TMD and Temporal Mandibular Joint Disorder, dysfunction, you have a lot of jaw pain, a lot of facial pain. We often treat these with, sometimes we treat them with a bite splint to help during the night time to take stress off your joint, let your teeth line up a little bit better so that your muscles aren’t mad and you wake up feeling a lot more relaxed through your facial muscles and not so tense. If after the treatments that we have available for you, you’re still having symptoms, we have specialists in the area that are able to help you out and get you feeling a lot better.
Relieve a Sore Jaw With TMJ Treatment in Butte
Does your jaw feel sore when you wake up in the morning? Is it painful to chew, yawn, or open your mouth wide? Do you hear popping sounds when you chew? These are common signs of a TMJ disorder. Our TMJ treatment in Butte can solve these problems with a custom mouthguard that will:
- Allow you to eat comfortably without pain
- End your jaw pain and other TMJ symptoms like headaches and muscle tension
- Eliminate the damage caused by grinding your teeth
- Improve your oral and overall health
- Help you sleep better and wake up rested
For more information on TMJ disorders or to schedule a free consultation, call 406-565-4458. You can schedule your visit as early as 7 a.m. if you’d like.
Start Sleeping & Feeling Better With a Custom Mouthguard
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connect your jaw to your skull. When they become chronically inflamed and irritated, the result is a TMJ disorder (TMD). In addition to jaw pain, you may experience other unpleasant symptoms like headaches. A mouthguard fitted precisely for you will ease your pain and other TMJ symptoms. While you can buy a mouthguard in the store, it won’t offer you the same relief as our custom-fit mouthguards. Our mouthguards will:
- Use impressions of your teeth and other measurements to ensure a perfect fit
- Gently shift your jaw into a position that relieves stress on your TMJ
- Stop you from clenching and grinding your teeth while you sleep
- Prevent dental damage caused by grinding
With our help, you could be back to your old self in no time!
Get Treatment for Common TMD Symptoms
A painful jaw is the most obvious symptom of a TMD. However, there are others. If you’re experiencing any of them, it’s best to see our dentists right away. They can determine if you have a TMD and identify underlying complications like teeth grinding. Common TMD symptoms include:
- Swelling on one side of your face, especially around your jaw
- Popping or clicking when you open and close your mouth
- Chronic unexplained headaches and earaches
- Difficulty opening and closing your mouth
If you think you might need TMJ treatment in Butte, call Butte Family Dental at 406-565-4458. You can also schedule online. Our office is located near the Highland View Golf Course and the Butte Family YMCA.
Common Questions About TMJ Treatment / Teeth Grinding
This is going to vary from person to person. Some patients notice improvements as soon as they get their mouthguards. Other patients need a few weeks or months to adjust. The important thing is that you get long-term relief from the jaw pain, headaches, and other symptoms of a TMJ disorder.
As with many oral care treatments, this depends on your plan and your provider. Some policies cover a portion of this care. Regardless, we want to help you get relief within your budget. We offer a variety of payment options including in-house financing and financing through CareCredit. We will work with you to find the best option for you.
TMJ problems typically don’t go away on their own. In the short term, you will likely continue having problems with teeth grinding, headaches, jaw pain, and other common symptoms of TMJ disorders. In the long term, grinding can cause serious damage to your teeth, such as breaks and cracks. This raises your risk of cavities, infection, and even tooth loss over time.