TMJ Treatment Orlando

Eliminating Jaw Pain at Its Source

It’s very possible for dental problems to not have anything to do with your teeth or gums. Sometimes, problems can develop with your temporomandibular joints, also called your TMJ, which are responsible for connecting your jaw to the rest of your skull. Even though these issues might not seem serious and aren’t always noticeable, they can cause long-term complications if left unresolved. Dr. Scarpitti and his team can easily identify these issues and address them with TMJ treatment in Orlando, eliminating jaw pain at its source and ensuring optimal oral health.

Why Choose Premier Dental Care of East Orlando for TMJ Treatment?

  • Advanced Dental Technology for Precise Care
  • Friendly Staff That Emphasizes Patient-Education
  • Several Life-Changing TMJ Treatment Options Available

Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

Man rubbing his jaw due to TMJ pain

Symptoms of TMJ disorder aren’t always obvious or outright painful, but that doesn’t mean these issues are any less serious. Here are a few of the most common symptoms that patients usually experience:

  • Jaw pain and stiffness, often when biting or chewing
  • Headaches, earaches, or neck/facial pain
  • Popping or clicking sounds coming from your jaw
  • Tinnitus, or a constant ringing sensation in your ears
  • Difficulty opening or closing your mouth

TMJ Treatment Options

Dentist looking at model of human skull

We won’t be able to recommend an appropriate treatment option until we’ve had the opportunity to examine your smile. That said, there are various means of treating TMJ issues, all of which are notably effective and non-invasive. Here’s more about some of the options we offer:

Equilibration/Occlusal Adjustments

Model teeth being used to demonstrate equilibration

This is one of the go-to options for TMJ treatment. It involves altering the shape of individual teeth so that they fit together correctly when you close your jaw. These minor adjustments can ultimately reduce stress levels in certain areas of your mouth. We use our T-Scan system to assist with this; it provides advanced detection of dental and jaw issues that contribute to TMD, which helps to reduce costly repeat visits and remakes, while also enhancing patient education.

Occlusal Splints

Open palm holding occlusal splint for TMJ treatment in Orlando

Occlusal splints are another effective means for addressing these issues, and they function fairly similarly to mouthguards. They’re custom-made for your mouth, and as you sleep, they assist you with closing your jaws on an even surface. This ensures that you aren’t grinding your teeth together, which might be causing your TMJ issues, while also assisting with proper dental alignment throughout the night.

BOTOX® Treatment

Receiving BOTOX injection in the chin

Believe it or not, BOTOX does much more than address laugh lines and facial wrinkles; it can help to relax tense jaw muscles and alleviate associated jaw joint pain. It’s often recommended as complementary to other forms of TMJ treatment, but it might be all you need for certain symptom relief!