T.M.J. PAIN

Safe and effective T.M.J. treatment in Armadale

Alleviate Jaw Pain with Effective Treatments

The temporomandibular joint, otherwise known as T.M.J., is the connection between the jawbone and the skull that makes it possible to open and close your mouth. We all have two T.M.J.s, with one located on either side of the head, and they work together to help us chew, speak and swallow. 

T.M.J.s have a disc that cushions the load and enables the jaw to open wide and rotate. If a problem prevents the T.M.J.s from working properly, it may result in a painful T.M.J. disorder, often caused by:

  • Trauma or injury
  • Bruxism or grinding
  • Clenching
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis 

At Acorn Dental Centre in Armadale, we have a specially trained team that can provide safe and effective T.M.J. treatment. Correct diagnosis is a crucial step in the T.M.J. treatment process. We can examine you for joint and muscle tenderness, popping, clicking and any difficulty with movement.

Signs and Symptoms That Your T.M.J. May be in Need of Help

If you are located in Armadale, Kelmscott, Seville Grove and Byford and think you may have a T.M.J. disorder, we recommend you contact our friendly team as soon as possible. Acorn Dental Centre offers T.M.J. treatment from only professionally trained dentists.

Signs and symptoms of a T.M.J. disorder include:

  • Headaches
  • Jaw, ear, or facial pain
  • An inability to open the mouth comfortably
  • Clicking or popping of the jaw joint
  • Locking of the jaw
  • An uncomfortable bite 
  • Neck, shoulder and back pain
  • Swelling on the side of the face
  • Ringing in the ears or ear pain
  • Decreased hearing
  • Dizziness and vision problems
  • Difficulty with swallowing

Call our T.M.J. treatment consultants today on 08 9497 4777 to book an appointment.

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