Could You Be Suffering from a TMJ Disorder?

Unexplained headaches, ear aches, neck pain, and jaw stiffness, can all be signs of a degenerative group of conditions known as Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorder. Your temporomandibular joints are located just in front of each ear and are responsible for regulating the muscles that open and close your jaw. TMJ disorders can occur when the chewing muscles and the temporomandibular joint stop working properly. When this happens, the surrounding muscles cramp and spasm becoming part of a cycle that results in tissue damage, pain, reduced functioning, and muscle tenderness. If you suspect that your pain and discomfort are associated with TMJ disorder, make an appointment with Dr. Davey today for your TMJ disorder evaluation. Dr. Davey and his experienced and caring team at Texas Got Smile can help you find answers and relief.  Texas Got Smile proudly restores smiles throughout Sugar Land, TX, Houston, Richmond, Katy, and the surrounding communities.

What Are the Signs of TMJ Disorder?

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you should seek TMJ disorder treatment as soon as possible:

  • Pain in or around the ear that often spreads to the face
  • Tenderness of the jaw and surrounding muscles
  • Clicking or popping noises when opening or closing your mouth
  • Difficulty opening or closing your mouth
  • Jaws that get stuck or locked in place
  • Pain from yawning, chewing, or opening your mouth widely
  • Chronic headaches or neck aches

TMJ Disorder Treatment in Sugar Land, TX

Dr. Davey has received many hours of extensive additional training in the treatment of TMJ disorders from the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). Dr. Davey utilizes the latest research and technology to treat TMJ disorders including: K7 and TENS technology, as well as electromyography and sonography. Texas Got Smile can offer a range of non-invasive treatments like stress reducing techniques, strengthening exercises, alternating hot and cold compresses, headache treatments, and oral appliances. You can make an appointment with Dr. Davey at Texas Got Smile today to immediately relieve your TMJ disorder symptoms. Dr. Davey is a highly qualified general and restorative dentist.  Texas Got Smile proudly serves patients throughout Sugar Land, TX, Houston, Richmond, Katy, and nearby areas.

Neuromuscular Dentistry in Sugar Land, Richmond and Katy

Neuromuscular dentistry is an important type of dentistry that focuses on making sure that each component of your smile is functioning properly. These components include your teeth, muscles, joints and your nervous system. If these systems are functioning in harmony, you’ll have a healthy, well-functioning smile.

This is a great thing to look into for Sugar Land, Houston, Richmond and Katy residents that are suffering from headache pain, pressure around the eyes or jaw, and soreness in the back, neck or shoulders. All of these issues could be caused by misaligned jaws. A neuromuscular dentist will focus on identifying the current issues with your bite and come up with a treatment plan to restore your teeth and relieve stress on your jaw. Your neuromuscular dentist can perform a variety of treatments, such as TMJ therapy, neuromuscular dentures, dental implants, and more.

If you’re having problems with headaches or have an improperly functioning smile, it may be a good idea to look for someone that practices neuromuscular dentistry. Patients in Sugar Land, Houston, Richmond and Katy have access to a wide variety of dentists so they can find a practitioner with this skill set to help improve their smile. If you’re interested in learning more about neuromuscular dentistry and how it can help improve your life, give your dentist a call today.

Dr. Paul Davey’s Sugar Land, TX dental office provides exceptional cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, and neuromuscular dentistry services to patients from Sugar Land, Houston, Richmond and Katy. Give us a call to schedule your next appointment.

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