Treatment Options

How are TMJ Disorders Treated?

Initial treatment for TMJ disorder can include several approaches:

• Resting the jaw joints
• Switching to a soft diet
• Prescribed medication for pain and inflammation
• Custom orthotic appliances that redistribute stress on the TMJ
• Joint injections to reduce inflammation and encourage healing
• Physical therapy techniques

Our custom-designed orthotic appliances are specially adjusted to fit on the top of your teeth. When properly designed, these appliances redistribute the stresses on the TMJ's and muscle system while specifically guarding and guiding certain joint movements.