Looking for relief from jaw pain, headaches, and facial tension? If you experience frequent headaches, jaw pain, or a clicking or popping sound when you chew, you may be suffering from a Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder. The TMJ is a complex hinge that connects your jawbone to your skull, allowing you to speak, chew, and yawn. When this joint and the surrounding muscles become misaligned or overworked, often due to stress, teeth grinding (bruxism), or injury, this can result in pain throughout your jaw, face, neck, and shoulders, and even affect your sleep and overall quality of life.
At Broadway Heights Dental in Spokane Valley, our team offers comprehensive TMJ evaluations and customized treatments to help you find the relief you need.
Comprehensive Evaluation and Diagnosis
At Broadway Heights Dental, we focus on finding the root cause of your jaw discomfort rather than simply masking symptoms. During your consultation, we use advanced diagnostic tools to assess:
- Bite alignment and occlusion
- Jaw movement and range of motion
- Muscle tension and stress points
- Signs of wear on teeth or restorative dental work
This thorough evaluation allows us to create a personalized treatment plan that targets your specific TMJ concerns and provides long-term relief.
Custom TMJ Appliances
For many of our patients, a custom-fabricated oral appliance is a highly effective treatment. These devices, such as stabilization splints or night guards, are worn while sleeping to:
- Gently reposition the jaw
- Protect teeth from grinding or clenching
- Allow overworked muscles to relax and heal
- Made from high-quality, comfortable materials, these appliances are tailored to your mouth for optimal effectiveness and minimal disruption to your daily life.
Holistic and Conservative Care
In addition to appliances, our TMJ approach often includes:
- Stress management techniques to reduce jaw tension
- Guided jaw exercises to improve mobility and function
- Non-invasive therapies designed to prevent further wear or damage to teeth and restorations
Our goal is to restore balance and reduce pain, all while avoiding unnecessary surgery whenever possible.
Restore Your Jaw Comfort with TMJ Treatment in Spokane Valley
You don’t have to live with chronic jaw pain or headaches. At Broadway Heights Dental, we are committed to helping our patients regain a comfortable, healthy, and fully functional smile. Call today to schedule your TMJ consultation and take the first step toward freedom from jaw tension and discomfort.
