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TMJ Treatment

Do you experience chronic pain in your jaw?

tmj treatment in ealing, West LondonTemporomandibular Joint Disorder (jaw joint pain or TMD) is caused by a problem within the intricate connection of the upper and lower jaw. The TMJ is where the upper and lower jaw connect in front of the ears. There is a disc within this joint made of cartilage which enables the jaw to move comfortably and smoothly, as it cushions the impact of the upper and lower jaw. If this crucial component moves position it can hinder the function of your jaw including the ability to speak, chew, breath and swallow. This can be a painful and inconvenient disorder which needs to be addressed by Dr Dariush Hoshyar our experienced clinical director with special intrests in TMJ associated problems,  at SSS Dental Care in Ealing, London.

What are symptoms of TMD or TMJ Pain

TMJ disorders present in many forms. Symptoms can vary from pain on opening, closing, on waking, on eating, yawning and headaches, just to name a few. These symptoms can cause great distress to the sufferer and over time can result in fatigue and frustration, becoming a significant problem.

What causes TMD or TMJ pain?

TMJ Pain/TMD may be caused by the joint itself, from an imbalance of the bite, from orthodontic problems, from night grinding or clenching and muscular imbalances such as overuse. TMJ Pain caused by an orthodontic issue may require neuromuscular dentistry as well as orthodontic attention to train the jaws to sit in the correct position and correct malocclusion such as a crossbite, overbite or underbite which can all alter the pressure on the jaw.

SSS Clinic will require a history of pain

An in-depth history of symptoms is important so that we can work out the diagnosis. The diagnosis may be simple (night grinding) or complex depending on your habits and other accompanying symptoms. TMD can also be multi-causative as many physiological conditions can contribute to the function of your jaw. The more in-depth understanding our dentists have, the better we can treat patients TMJ pain.

TMJ Treatments in our Clinic

TMJ Treatment may range from a simple night guard, re-establishment of the correct bite with restorative procedures, to orthodontics.  Diagnosis is the key to correct treatment and this should not be undertaken by surgeons without full orthodontic and restorative knowledge. Dr. Dariush at SSS Dental Care is a highly-experienced TMJ trained surgeon who provides orthodontic and restorative treatment so that every factor contributing to your TMD or TMJ can be addressed.

 

 

The latest comfortable remedy for teeth grinding and jaw clenching!

A new treatment, called Cerezen™, is a clinically tested device worn in the ears instead of the mouth, which prevents the symptoms of TMD by retraining the jaw to remain in the ‘open bite’ position.

Once diagnosed with TMD by your dentist, an audiologist will take an impression of your ear canals and your Cerezen™ inserts will be custom made, and ready for you within two weeks.

These practically invisible and hollow inserts, won’t interfere with your hearing and can be left in place day or night, except when showering, swimming or playing contact sports.

Don’t suffer from painful TMD any longer - ask Dr Dariush at SSS clinic in Ealing about appropriate treatments for you today and put a smile back on your face!