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TMJ Therapy

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders, or TMJ, are conditions that affect jaw function and trigger pain or discomfort. They affect the temporomandibular joint, or the joint that connects the lower jaw to the skull.

Symptoms can be mild or severe enough to interfere with your life. In milder cases, you may notice discomfort or pain only when biting down. In more serious cases, your jaw may lock open or shut and you may struggle with severe, chronic pain.

If you have symptoms of TMJ disorders, our dental expert can help.

Symptoms of TMJ can include:

• Pain in the jaw joint or chewing muscles
• Stiff jaw muscles
• Pain in the face or neck
• Limited movement in the jaw
• A clicking or grinding sensation when using the joint
• Changes in your bite

Our expert in TMJ therapy in Thousand Oaks can evaluate your joint and make recommendations to promote healing and preserve function.

TMJ Therapy Thousand Oaks

According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 10 million Americans are affected by TMJ. If you believe that you are one of them, we evaluate your symptoms, examine the joint, and determine the best course of action.

In some cases we recommend conservative treatments. Physical therapy helps strengthen the muscles and ease tightness and discomfort. Medications are prescribed to reduce pain and inflammations. You may also benefit from adjustments to your diet and warm or cool compresses.

Many people who are suffering from headaches, ear pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, and other vague symptoms may actually have a TMJ disorder. This condition is highly treatable, and our goal is to restore comfort and joint health and alleviate symptoms.

Our expert in TMJ therapy in Thousand Oaks is committed to providing you the care you need. We will take the time to evaluate your symptoms carefully, check for underlying causes or factors that could be contributing to or worsening your symptoms and create a treatment plan that works for you. If you have symptoms of TMJ disorders, we can help.

Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with our dentist in Thousand Oaks.