TMJ & Bruxing Treatment

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMJ, is relatively common in our society, and approximately 10 million people currently suffer from the disorder. TMJ can cause phantom tooth pains, chronic headaches, facial pain, excessive tooth wear, and difficulty with chewing.

At Palcare, we can stabilize the bite and alleviate jaw tension. This is usually achieved with a thin, flexible, and customized nightguard. The nightguard restores equilibrium, unloads the TMJ, and prevents the harmful effects of teeth grinding (bruxing). Other therapies include medications, bite balancing, and TMJ stress-relief exercises. After a thorough diagnosis, we will recommend the TMJ treatment best suited to your needs.