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TMJ Treatment

Jaw pain, clicking, morning headaches and worn-down teeth usually trace back to how the joint and the bite work together — and that can be examined rather than guessed at.

What we look for

Where it hurts and when, how far the jaw opens, whether the joint clicks or locks, wear facets on the teeth, and whether you clench during the day or grind at night. Those findings decide the treatment, which is why we do not prescribe an appliance before the exam.

Treatment options

Most patients start conservatively: a custom night guard to unload the joint and protect the teeth, adjustments where the bite is interfering, and habit changes for daytime clenching. Where teeth have already been worn down, rebuilding them to the right height is part of the fix.

When to come in

Pain that wakes you, a jaw that locks open or closed, or teeth that have visibly shortened. Call 770-995-0538.