One of the most common dental problems that people have affects their temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Before discussing the types of TMJ treatment that is available, it is important to examine the importance of the temporomandibular joints to a person’s daily life. Two TMJ joints can be found in each person and the TMJ is the joint that is used to open and close a person’s mouth. Connecting the mandible (lower jaw) to the temporal bones of the skull (the bones found on the side of the skull), there are TMJ joints found on both the left and right side of a person’s jaw. The muscles attached to and surrounding the TMJs perform essential actions. They are responsible for controlling the movement of the jaw, which allows a person to: talk, chew, yawn, and other valuable functions.

It is a fact that you might not know that 75% to 80% of adults have some kind of periodontal disease lurking inside their gums. It can cause diabetes, heart disease, lung disease, kidney disease, osteoporosis, pancreas cancer, and even pre-mature births. Dental Masters has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating gum disease with today’s most advanced surgical and nonsurgical methods. Our approaches treat gum disease quickly and effectively.

If you are suffering from any of these symptoms and are also experienced prolonged pain, it is highly recommended that you consult Dental Masters. We will be able to make a diagnosis of TMJ disorder while looking for the cause of your discomfort. To check for TMJ disorder, we will feel your jaw muscles and ask you if there is any pain or tenderness. Additionally, we will examine your jaw movement and listen for any clicking or popping sounds. We will will also examine your medical and dental history while having the option to use such specialized medical equipment such as MRI, tomography, and artography to confirm a TMJ disorder diagnosis.