Jaw Joint Treatment in Gardens Dental Centre
Healthy jaws, happy smiles!
Jaw Joint Treatment—an Overview
Does your jaw click, lock, or ache? These could be the early signs of a Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD) that can make simple activities like eating and talking uncomfortable. TMDs are common today due to hectic lifestyles, stress, mindless teeth clenching, lifestyle diseases, and more, and demand early intervention. The jaw joint treatments in Gardens Dental Centre—Smile 4 U are designed to reduce pain, restore function, and protect your joint health, using modern, non-invasive techniques tailored to your needs.
Do You Need Jaw Joint Treatments?
A malfunctioning jaw joint impacts your quality of life. Here’s why you should get jaw joint treatments:
- Those who experience unexplained headaches, earaches, or jaw fatigue.
- Those who strain to open their jaws wide, chew hard foods, or hear clicking sounds may have TMJ disorder.
- Teeth grinding and clenching: People who grind their teeth while sleeping or clench them during exercise or stress are more likely to develop TMJ disorders.
- Injury and arthritis: Previous traumas or conditions, such as arthritis, may worsen jaw dysfunction.
Types of Jaw Joint Treatments
Here are some forms of non-invasive treatment:
- Custom-made splints or mouthguards: These soft, comfortable teeth covers can help prevent teeth grinding and jaw clenching while relieving pressure on the jaw joint.
- Physiotherapy and Exercise: Specific workouts can strengthen the jaw muscles and improve joint mobility.
- Stress Management: Since stress can worsen jaw clenching, we prescribe relaxation techniques and mindfulness activities.
Here are some advanced treatments:
- Bite Adjustment: Correcting crooked teeth or minor bite abnormalities can minimise the pressure on the jaw muscles.
- Medication: Anti-inflammatory medicines and muscle relaxants may be prescribed to relieve pain.
- Surgery: In rare cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to restore the jaw joint.
We regularly provide consultations and jaw joint treatments to patients from Dulwich, Peckham, Dulwich Village, Brixton, Newlands, and Hono Oak.
Benefits of Jaw Joint Treatments
Better jaw functions
You'll be able to fully open your mouth, consume hard foods, and speak clearly without pain or clicking sounds.
Restores oral health
Prevent future problems, such as tooth damage or jaw misalignment, and preserve good dental health.
Quality of life
Reduces jaw pain and headaches, helping you to concentrate better at work, eat more, and sleep better.
What Our Patients Say
My name is not Merlin. That is my son’s name. The treatment at the dental clinic was excellent. The dentist was very friendly and thorough. She did all the tests necessary to diagnose the problem. In the end it had to be referred to a specialist. But she prepared all the groundwork. I felt safe in her hands.
Frequently Asked
Questions
Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions regarding the treatment below:
How long does jaw joint treatment take?
The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the ailment. Noninvasive therapies, such as mouthguards, typically provide relief within a few weeks. More complex cases may take longer to resolve.
Can TMJ disorders go away on their own?
Mild TMJ issues may be transitory and resolve on their own, but seeing a dentist is still recommended to avoid worsening problems. Untreated TMJ problems can result in long-term discomfort and incapacity.
Is jaw joint treatment painful?
We strive to make your treatment as comfortable as possible. Noninvasive procedures are generally painless. We use numbing treatments and sedatives to assure your comfort and confidence throughout more complex procedures.
The Treatment Process
Every patient’s experience is unique, but this is what you can expect when you start treatment with the Smile 4 U Dental Practice.
Consultation
We begin with a thorough and friendly consultation to listen to your concerns and symptoms, examine your stress levels, and create a personalised treatment plan.
Jaw joint treatments
Using 3D X-rays and testing, we recommend the best treatment options for you, such as personalised mouthguards, physiotherapy, surgery, and so on.
Monitoring and review
Throughout your treatment, we will evaluate your progress and adjust your plan as necessary to ensure a complete cure.
Not every discomfort or trouble chewing is caused by a tooth problem; look further into your jaw joints.
Contact us to learn more about jaw joint treatments at Gardens Dental Centre – Smile 4 U.
Book your Consultation Today
You are invited to our dental clinic for a consultation. During the consultation, one of our experienced dentists will carry out a full and comprehensive examination of your smile. Based on the dental treatment you are interested in, we will give you a breakdown of the options available that are tailored to your needs, as well as your budget and timeframe.
