Do you suffer from jaw pain, headaches, migraines, earaches, painful chewing, or any other common symptoms of TMJ disorder? If so, Dr. Allred can help! Allred Dental takes a personalized approach, providing the top TMJ treatment near San Marcos, Oceanside, and Encinitas.
What Is TMJ?
TMD (temporomandibular disorders), commonly referred to as TMJ, is characterized by significant pain in the jaw and limitation in jaw joint movement. It can affect chewing, talking, and swallowing, and in some cases can cause breathing issues.
There are several symptoms that are associated with TMJ, including recurrent facial pain, swelling, constant teeth grinding, facial sensitivity, jaw joint locking, and a limited range of motion in the jaw.
The symptoms of TMJ disorder vary, but can include:
- Headaches
- Pain and tenderness around the jaw, ears, cheeks, and neck
- Migraines
- Stiffness in the jaw
- Earaches
- Painful chewing
- Pain while yawning
- Locking of the jaw
- Uncontrolled change of facial expression
- Changes in how the upper and lower teeth fit together
If you are experiencing significant jaw pain or discomfort, Dr. Allred will perform an examination and recommend a treatment option that will work for you.
How Our TMJ Treatments Can Help
At Allred Dental, our team uses various treatment options to give our patients the relief they deserve!
If you are diagnosed with this condition, Dr. Allred can help ease TMJ-related pain and dysfunction with the following treatment methods:
- Oral Appliance (Bruxism Mouth Guard)
- Medicinal Therapy
- Facial Injections
Facial injections are usually associated with cosmetic dentistry or esthetic practices, but when injected into just the right area, they can relieve the more severe symptoms of TMJ, such as migraines, pain, earaches, jaw tension, and more.
Your facial appearance will be unaffected by this type of TMJ treatment - the only thing you will notice is a reduction in pain!
Schedule Your TMJ Treatment Consultation With Allred Dental Today!
Are you suffering from painful, uncomfortable TMJ symptoms? We're here to help. Call Allred Dental of San Marcos today to get the relief you need!
