TMJ Treatment in West New York, NJ | Veda Family Dentistry
Struggling with jaw pain, headaches, or clicking sounds? Get expert TMJ treatment at Veda Family Dentistry in West New York, NJ. Personalized care for lasting relief.
TMJ Treatment
Relieve Jaw Pain and Restore Comfort with Personalized TMJ Therapy
At Veda Family Dentistry, we take a holistic, conservative approach to diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders. Whether you're experiencing jaw tension, headaches, or limited motion, we’ll guide you to lasting relief with expert care.
Understanding TMJ Disorders
TMJ disorders affect the temporomandibular joints and surrounding muscles, leading to pain, jaw stiffness, clicking or popping, headaches, and ear discomfort. Causes range from stress-related clenching and bruxism to arthritis or injury.
Accurate Diagnosis First
We begin with a detailed clinical exam to evaluate joint sounds, jaw movement, muscle tenderness, and your health history. Digital X-rays, 3D scans, or MRIs may be used to confirm joint integrity and rule out structural complications.
Customized TMJ Treatment Options
Our treatment plans are tailored to your needs and symptoms, typically beginning with conservative options:
Self-Care & Lifestyle Coaching: Soft diets, jaw rest, relaxation techniques, and habit awareness
Custom Nightguards & Splints: Designed to reduce teeth grinding and improve bite alignment
Physical Therapy: Jaw exercises, posture work, manual therapy, and TENS or low-level laser therapy
Medications & Injections: Anti-inflammatories, muscle relaxants, or targeted corticosteroid injections
Botox Therapy: Reduces muscle tension and pain in chronic bruxism and facial tightness cases
Advanced Procedures: Arthrocentesis or arthroscopy for severe joint restriction or inflammation
Whole-Person TMJ Care
We treat more than just the symptoms. Our comprehensive care includes stress management coaching, sleep health, and behavioral therapy referrals when needed, ensuring your jaw health is supported from all angles.
What to Expect from Treatment
Most patients experience relief within weeks of starting conservative therapy. We monitor your progress closely and adjust your plan based on results. For complex cases, we may explore advanced joint therapies or surgical referral when absolutely necessary.
Preventing Recurrence
Preventive care is part of your treatment plan. We provide coaching on long-term strategies like regular splint use, jaw exercises, avoiding trigger habits, and maintaining good posture and stress levels.
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