pain in your mouth or jaw?

Millions of americans suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD/TMJ) or temporomandibular joint pain. This can manifest itself as pain the jaw joint area, popping or clicking of the jaw, limited opening, lock jaw, or a variety of other less common symptoms.

What causes TMJD?

• Tooth grinding and jaw clenching
• Physical damage to your facial bones
• Misaligned bite
• Weak facial muscles
• Stress
• Poor posture
• Arthritis, nerve damage, or possibly whiplash

Whatever the cause, at East Bend Dental we strive for the least invasive, most conservative treatment of jaw pain. Often this involves resting the joint or the fabrication of an appliance to help relieve the pain. If you or someone you know has TMJ problems call us to discuss it today.