TMJ Therapy

TMJ stands for temporal-mandibular joint. Problems in this joint may stem from misaligned teeth, trauma, or excess muscle tension. Cartilage buffers the bones that meet in this joint, but any problems in this area can cause pain and discomfort.

Symptoms of TMJ include:

• Headaches
• Earaches
• Trouble/soreness in opening and closing the mouth
• Clicking or popping of the jaw
• Pain in the jaw muscles
• Soreness in the area, sometimes extending to the face

Dental treatments for this condition can include replacing missing teeth, moving teeth orthodontically, or adjusting the bite. There is no single solution that is right for all cases. Often times, a plastic night guard is used to prevent clenching or grinding that may be contributing to the problem.

Located in Richmond, the dental office of Dr. Joshua B. Rubinstein serves patients from Tuckahoe to West End to Lakeside. Call our Richmond, VA dental office today to schedule a checkup or consultation, and we'll give your family sensational smiles.

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