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TMJ Treatment in Chicago
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Jaw pain, facial pain, headaches, or a clicking and popping jaw can interfere with eating, speaking, sleeping, and everyday comfort. Smile312 provides TMJ and jaw pain evaluations at our downtown Chicago office.
- Jaw pain or facial pain
- Clicking, popping, or locking of the jaw
- Headaches associated with jaw tension or clenching
- Difficulty chewing or opening your mouth comfortably
Your complimentary consultation is personally conducted by Dr. Harvey Mahler. He will review your symptoms, examine your bite and jaw function, and discuss appropriate next steps based on his clinical findings.
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TMJ & Jaw Pain Care
TMJ Treatment and Jaw Pain Evaluation in Downtown Chicago
Temporomandibular joint disorders, often called TMD or TMJ disorders, can cause discomfort in the jaw, face, head, and surrounding muscles. At Smile312, Dr. Harvey Mahler evaluates jaw function, bite-related concerns, and symptoms that may be associated with clenching, grinding, or dysfunction of the jaw joint.
Common TMJ and TMD Symptoms
- Jaw pain, tenderness, or facial discomfort
- Clicking, popping, or locking when opening or closing the jaw
- Headaches that may be associated with jaw tension or clenching
- Difficulty chewing or limited jaw movement
- Tooth wear, bite discomfort, or signs of grinding and clenching
TMJ symptoms can have more than one cause. A clinical evaluation helps determine whether your symptoms appear related to the jaw joint, bite, teeth, muscles, or another condition and what treatment options may be appropriate.
TMJ Treatment FAQs
TMJ and Jaw Pain FAQs
What is the difference between TMJ and TMD?
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint that connects the jaw to the skull. TMD is a general term for disorders affecting the jaw joint, chewing muscles, or related structures. Many patients use “TMJ” to describe the symptoms of a TMJ disorder.
What are common symptoms of a TMJ disorder?
Symptoms may include jaw or facial pain, clicking or popping, limited jaw movement, discomfort while chewing, headaches, bite changes, or tenderness around the jaw muscles. Symptoms vary, so an evaluation is important if they persist or interfere with daily activities.
Can TMJ problems contribute to headaches or facial pain?
Jaw tension, clenching, grinding, and irritation of the jaw joint or surrounding muscles can be associated with headaches or facial discomfort in some patients. Because headaches and facial pain can have many causes, a dental evaluation is used to determine whether jaw function may be a factor.
How does a dentist evaluate TMJ and jaw pain?
An evaluation may include a discussion of your symptoms, examination of jaw movement and muscle tenderness, review of your bite and teeth, and dental imaging when clinically necessary. Dr. Mahler will recommend next steps based on the findings from your examination.
What treatment options are available for TMJ symptoms?
Treatment depends on the cause and severity of the symptoms. Depending on the clinical findings, recommendations may include conservative self-care, changes to habits that strain the jaw, an occlusal appliance, bite-related treatment, or referral to another healthcare professional when appropriate.
When should I schedule a TMJ consultation in Chicago?
Consider scheduling an evaluation if jaw pain, clicking, locking, headaches, facial discomfort, or difficulty chewing is persistent, worsening, or affecting your normal activities. Smile312 is located at 30 N Michigan Ave in downtown Chicago, near Millennium Park.
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- Over 40 years of experience in general and cosmetic dentistry.
- Personalized, relationship-based care for every patient.
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- Modern techniques with a conservative treatment philosophy.
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