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Renew Your Quality of Life With TMJ Treatment in Reedley
Your temporomandibular joints allow you to chew food, talk to a friend, and laugh with ease. Since they are such an important part of your everyday life, you want to keep them healthy. TMJ treatment in Reedley can do that for you. You will find relief from jaw pain and other TMJ-related problems at Ikuta Dental Health Center. With Dr. Ikuta’s help, you will:
- Stop the uncomfortable pain that occurs from a TMJ disorder
- Improve the function of your jaw for easier movements
- Reduce the risk of damaging your teeth due to grinding or clenching
- Minimize the stress on your jaw joints
- Improve your quality of sleep at night
- Prevent frequent headaches
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Treat Your TMJ Disorder & Improve Your Overall Health
There are several symptoms of a TMJ disorder. You may struggle with jaw, face, and neck pain. You may also hear popping sounds in your jaw when you chew food, yawn, or open and close your mouth. If you’re experiencing any of these signs, you won’t want to wait to seek help. TMJ dsyfunction can cause frequent headaches, dental damage, and other issues.
That’s why Dr. Ikuta screens for this disorder during your regular dental checkups. He has extensive experience treating TMJ disorders. Whether you come into our office reporting the symptoms, or your dentist spots the signs during an exam, Dr. Ikuta will explore the right treatment option for your needs. He may recommend:
- Custom Orthotics – You’ll receive a customized orthotic that provides a physical barrier between your upper and lower teeth. It prevents teeth grinding and clenching that worsen your TMJ symptoms. These guards are crafted to fit your unique bite using digital scanning technology, promoting comfort and effectiveness.
- TENS Therapy – TENS (or Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is a non-invasive way of treating a TMJ disorder. It delivers low-level electrical currents to stimulate the muscles and alleviate tension in the jaw. TENS blocks pain signals and reduces TMJ-related discomfort. Treatments can be as short as 30-60 minutes.
- Orthodontics – In some cases, misaligned teeth or bite issues lead to TMJ problems. Dr. Ikuta may recommend orthodontics, such as braces, to address these issues. The treatment can take several years to complete. However, by correcting your bite, you’ll experience long-term relief and enjoy a better-looking smile too.
Educating you on what’s involved with each treatment option is important to our team. Dr. Ikuta will explain what you can expect, depending on his recommendation, and address any questions you have. He may also recommend restorative treatments if there is damage to your teeth from grinding.
Call 559-643-2622 for TMJ treatment in Reedley. You can also request an appointment online.
Common Questions About TMJ Treatment
TMJ treatment has helped many patients once again enjoy everyday activities like talking, eating, and laughing without pain. The key to successful TMJ therapy is finding a treatment method that works best for you. We offer several different ways to treat TMJ pain, including a custom mouthguard, orthodontics, and TENS treatment. We’ll determine which approach will work best for you.
The length of your TMJ treatment will depend on the treatment method you require. Some patients respond well to TENS treatment, which requires only about 15 minutes to administer. Other patients need to wear a night guard while sleeping to eliminate their TMJ pain. Some patients respond best to orthodontic treatment, which can take a couple of years to complete.
It’s possible, yes. Inflammation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can lead to pain in the surrounding muscles of the head and neck, which can be misinterpreted as migraines. By wearing a mouthguard, you can alleviate the pain caused by TMJ inflammation and potentially experience relief from headaches.