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TMJ Treatment in Jensen Beach, FL

Are you seeking treatment for TMJ in Jensen Beach, FL?

Having daily headaches or jaw pain can disrupt every area of your life. From causing discomfort to fatigue, any chronic pain can take its toll. At Jensen Beach Dental, we treat patients who experience jaw disorders and daily headaches or migraines due to a misaligned bite and jaw disorders.

What is TMJ in Jensen Beach, FL?

If you experience jaw pain, you are not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from temporomandibular (jaw) joint dysfunction, also known as TMJ or TMJD. The symptoms of TMJD vary widely from person to person, but often include the following:

Jaw pain
Facial soreness
Clicking or popping of the jaw joints
Locking jaw joints
Teeth not coming together correctly
Headaches
Migraines
Neck aches
Shoulder pain
Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
Clenching or grinding of teeth (bruxism)

Symptoms can remain constant or come and go from day to day. They may be worse upon awakening in the morning and dissipate throughout the day. You may only have pain after yawning or eating something chewy. If you experience any of the symptoms of TMJD, we can help!

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What Causes Jaw Pain?

If you have a misaligned bite, the stress from chewing and speaking can trigger your symptoms, or if your jaw experiences trauma because of an accident, symptoms might come on suddenly. Sometimes they appear for an unknown reason. Nocturnal clenching and grinding, also known as bruxism, often plays a role in jaw dysfunction.

Fortunately, Dr. Wigley provides non-invasive treatment options to correct your bite, help your jaw relax, and improve your quality of life.

Treatment for TMJD and Jaw Pain

Not every dentist has the education or experience to treat jaw disorders. Dr. Wigley, your dentist in Jensen Beach, FL however, received the necessary training to bring our patients relief.

Typically, we treat TMJD using an occlusal splint. A splint is like a nightguard, but with the added benefit of guiding your jaw into better alignment in order to allow your muscles to relax and your jaw to return to its ideal position.

We design the surface of your splint to complement your bite, bringing your upper and lower jaw into ideal alignment. This process happens over time and regular adjustments to the surface of your splint will help us achieve an ideal outcome.

We create custom splints for our patients that fit perfectly, feel comfortable, and are easy to wear. Most patients report some relief in as little as a few days.

If you have significant wear and damage to your teeth due to bruxism, correcting your tooth structure using crowns and fillings can restore your bite and comfort. In order to protect your dentistry, we may recommend a nightguard.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TMJ treatment and do I need it?

Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) means that the hinge-like joints, located at both jaws, are not functioning properly. This can lead to sporadic and even chronic pain, which means it is very important to treat TMJ before the pain becomes chronic and interferes with life quality.

Symptoms of TMJ Include:

Clicking sound in the jaw when chewing or speaking
Jaw pain
Jaw stiffness
Teeth that do not line up correctly
Teeth grinding
Locking jaw
Facial or ear soreness
Ringing in the ears
Migraines or headaches
Neck pain
Shoulder pain

When your bite is off, this can cause other dental issues. Also, teeth grinding can lead to cavities and even tooth loss.

Treatment for TMJ

Treatment for TMJ may include occlusal splint therapy, which is similar to a nightguard. TMJ therapy with a splint helps guide your jaw into ideal alignment, which relieves pain, jaw clicking, and teeth grinding.

At Jensen Beach Dental, our splints are custom made to fit your mouth, and we provide adjustments regularly to the splint surface to help achieve the best outcome. We’ve seen many patients improve after only a few days.

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If you suspect TMJ or have already been diagnosed, contact our Jensen Beach, FL dental office today for an assessment.

Why do I wake up with headaches?

You may wake up with headaches if you grind your teeth or clench your jaws while sleeping. Teeth grinding (bruxism) not only wears down your teeth but also places immense pressure on your jaw joints. This constant pressure can cause pain to radiate through your face and head, leading to seemingly intolerable migraines and jaw pain.

TMJ and Bruxism

Bruxism is often associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction, also known as TMD or simply TMJ. Though symptoms vary with each person, TMJ can cause facial soreness, migraines, neckaches, jaw pain, and lockjaw, to name a few.

Custom Mouthguards for TMJ

Though many people consider using over-the-counter mouthguards, they are not nearly as effective or comfortable as those specifically designed for you. Personalized mouthguards fit your unique bite for increased comfort, and they protect your teeth and jaws from additional wear.

Mouthguards create a barrier of protection around your teeth as they gently guide your jaw into proper alignment. Not only do they alleviate the pressure on your jaw and face muscles, but they also promote improved jaw function so you can finally live your life without constant TMJ pain.

Relieve Headaches and Jaw Pain in Jensen Beach, FL

Dr. Wigley and our team at Jensen Beach Dental provide comprehensive care to patients who suffer from jaw pain and migraines. If you clench your jaws or grind your teeth at night, you may benefit from a personalized nightguard supplied by our Jensen Beach, FL dental office.

To schedule an appointment, give us a call at (772) 334-4004.

How can my dentist treat TMJ Disorders?

Chronic pain can put a damper on a person’s overall health. Jaw pain is one type with which millions of people struggle each day. It contributes to migraines, facial pain, neck aches, even Tinnitus, or ringing in the ears.

Often, we can trace your jaw pain to a problem in your jaw joint or your temporomandibular joint, also known as your TMJ.

Dr. Christopher Wigley, your dentist in Jensen Beach, FL, is trained to help resolve TMJ disorders.

How We Treat TMJ Disorders

Dr. Wigley specializes in non-invasive treatments for TMJ and jaw pain. In most cases, he will recommend an occlusal splint, which is an oral appliance your wear, especially as you sleep.

A splint is similar to a nightguard but with a particular shape that repositions your jaw to align it properly. By creating support for this position, your jaw can relax and relieve stress on the musculature in your face.

Over the long term, wearing your splint will help your jaw’s new position become more permanent, so long as you get regular check-ups for adjustments to your splint if necessary. Our expertise allows us to create splints that accomplish an excellent fit to promote comfort and consistent use.

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You don’t have to suffer jaw pain that can lead to so many other debilitating symptoms. Dr. Wigley’s warm staff is here to help. Treatment and relief are just a call away.

How long do TMJ Disorders last?

Your TMJ, which stands for temporomandibular joint, is what allows you to speak, chew, yawn, or do anything else that requires you to open your mouth. You use these joints hundreds of times every day, and when your TMJ is misaligned, stressed, or inflamed, you will inevitably experience jaw pain and a host of other symptoms.

TMJ Misalignment Should Be Corrected

If you suffer from a TMJ disorder, you will not experience significant relief until you begin treatment. This is because for your TMJ to work correctly, it relies on a soft disc of tissue to cushion between your skull and mandible or lower jaw. The longer this disc is stressed, the more damage you will do. The only way to preserve the disc is to fix its alignment.

Dr. Christopher Wigley can treat your TMJ with a mouthpiece-type appliance that repositions your jaw as you wear it. This new positioning strategy will encourage a better jaw position over time. We will also encourage exercises to strengthen your jaw muscles.

Learn More about TMJ Treatment in Jensen Beach, FL

People who suffer from chronic stiffness and pain caused by a TMJ disorder need to seek treatment if they wish the problem to end. So, to start on the path towards healing and less jaw and facial pain, give us a call today.

What Happens if I Do Not Seek Treatment?

When jaw dysfunction is left untreated, your joints may begin to deteriorate and require surgery. By treating TMJ in Jensen Beach, FL early, you may be able to avoid more invasive treatment that includes flushing out the jaw joint (arthrocentesis) or jaw reconstruction.

Meet Our Doctor:

Christopher J. Wigley DMD, FAGD

As a cosmetic and restorative dentist serving Jensen Beach, Florida, and the surrounding areas, Dr. Christopher Wigley sets an example for dentistry professionals by pursuing continuing education.

Dr. Wigley has been in dental practice for over 20 years. He stays current with the latest advances in the field of dentistry and its technology, and he brings this new knowledge back to his patients.

Dr. Wigley is a Florida native; he graduated from the University of South Florida, earning a BA in Chemistry. He then went on to the University of Florida Dental ...

Do You Have Jaw Pain or Need Treatment for TMJ in Jensen Beach, FL?

No one should have to live with pain! Contact our Jensen Beach, FL dental office today to schedule an evaluation with Dr. Wigley. He can diagnose your condition and offer treatment options that allow you to have a comfortable and healthy smile.

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TMD, or temporomandibular joint dysfunction, is a condition that affects the jaw joint (TMJ) and muscles that control its movement. Some symptoms of TMJ issues include pain, difficulty chewing, and even headaches. Numerous factors may contribute to or aggravate TMD symptoms in teens, including misaligned teeth, stress, and excessive gum ...

How to Relieve Jaw Pain in Jensen Beach, FL

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Oral pain can interfere with your plans, your work, and your well-being. For these reasons, we offer treatments to combat the most common causes of oral discomfort, including jaw pain.

Reasons You May Have Jaw Pain

Jaw aches can happen for a variety of reasons, including:

Injury
TMJ/TMD
Bruxism (grinding and clenching your teeth)

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Night Guards

Dr. Wigley can make a guard for you to wear at night to help with grinding and prevent further discomfort for the rest of your body. Night guards are affordable and some dental insurance plans do cover them.

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