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Jaw pain, clicking, headaches, or tension in your face and neck? These may be signs of TMJ disorder. At Family Dental Care of Tottenham, we offer personalized TMJ therapy to relieve discomfort, restore function, and help you feel like yourself again.
We take your pain seriously—and we’re here with gentle, effective solutions that fit your life.
TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, the hinge connecting your jaw to your skull. When this joint becomes strained or misaligned, it can cause a wide range of symptoms, including:
TMJ dysfunction can have many causes, from teeth grinding and bite problems to stress or injury. We’ll help pinpoint the issue and create a treatment plan tailored to you.
Your care starts with a comprehensive evaluation. We’ll examine your bite, jaw movement, and any signs of muscle tension or wear on your teeth. From there, we’ll discuss the best next steps, which may include:
Our goal is to reduce inflammation, relieve pressure on the joint, and help you regain a more comfortable, balanced bite.
Some insurance plans cover TMJ-related treatments. We’ll help review your benefits and provide clear cost estimates before starting care.
In most cases, TMJ therapy is non-surgical. We use conservative treatments like nightguards and bite adjustments first. Surgery is rarely needed and considered only if other treatments don’t help.
Sometimes symptoms improve with rest or stress reduction, but ongoing or severe TMJ issues should be evaluated. Early treatment can prevent long-term damage or worsening symptoms.
If you experience jaw pain, clicking, limited movement, headaches, or neck tension—especially when chewing or waking up—you may have TMJ dysfunction. We can provide a full assessment.
Common causes include grinding or clenching teeth (especially at night), misaligned bites, injury to the jaw, arthritis, or prolonged stress leading to muscle tension.
At our office, your well-being matters. We want to make sure you always feel great about your oral health and are happy with your smile. Whether you're a new patient or you've been with us for a long time, we go above and beyond to make sure every visit is the best yet!
