TMJ Treatment / Teeth Grinding
Prevent Premature Wear & Tear
Stop Jaw Pain With TMJ Treatment in Lafayette
How would you like to have jaw joints (your temporomandibular joints, or TMJs) that are free of tension and feel great? It's possible with TMJ treatment in Lafayette from Keene Smiles. You don't have to live with constant pain and tenderness in your jaw and face.
With our TMJ therapy, you can open and close your mouth without jaw pain, eliminate annoying jaw popping, and put an end to teeth grinding that can damage tooth enamel. Many people also experience less frequent and less severe headaches.
Speak to our team today to get the help you need. We proudly serve Lafayette, Broomfield, Westminster, Erie, Frederick, Puritan, Louisville, Superior, and Longmont.
Restore Comfortable Movement by Treating TMJ Problems
TMJ therapy focuses on reducing your jaw tension, improving movement, and easing related symptoms. By addressing how the jaw joints function, your care helps relieve pain and prevent further strain. The result is improved comfort when speaking, chewing, and opening your mouth throughout the day.
Jaw Pain Relief
Targeted care helps reduce soreness and tension in your jaw and surrounding facial muscles.
Fewer Headaches
Reducing your jaw strain can lessen the frequency and intensity of tension-related headaches.
Reduced Grinding
Treatment helps limit teeth grinding that can wear down your enamel and strain jaw joints.
Smoother Movement
Improved joint function allows your jaw to open and close more smoothly without popping.
Improved Chewing
Less jaw discomfort makes eating more comfortable and reduces strain during meals.
Better Daily Comfort
Ongoing relief allows you to speak, yawn, and laugh without jaw pain, enhancing your everyday comfort.
Eliminate Unpleasant Symptoms With TMJ Therapy
When your TMJs are functioning normally, you probably don't pay much attention to them. These complex joints allow you to open and close your mouth for everyday activities like eating, talking, laughing, yawning, and singing. If they become inflamed or irritated, they can be quite painful and cause you to wince whenever you're doing these activities.
The good news is, Keene Smiles offers you two ways to treat TMJ symptoms. At your initial exam and consultation, we'll discuss both options with you and make a recommendation for treatment.
Your treatment could include:
- Custom TMJ Appliance - We'll take digital impressions and send them to our lab partner, who will craft your custom-fitted appliance. You'll wear it while you sleep to relieve tension on your TMJs. Your jaw joints will then begin healing, and soon you'll be living with a pain-free jaw.
- Dermal Injections - We can inject an FDA-approved substance into your TMJs. It will help limit the movement of your jaw to relieve irritation and inflammation. The result is less discomfort and a jaw that feels better. Treatment may need to be repeated every few months for the best results.
Not only will your jaw and face feel better with our treatment, you'll also grind your teeth less. Since teeth grinding is a major cause of headaches, you'll also likely experience fewer of them. Plus, you'll avoid damage to your tooth enamel caused by grinding and clenching. You'll lessen the chances of needing restorative dentistry to repair your teeth.
Contact Keene Smiles today for TMJ treatment in Lafayette.
Frequently Asked Questions About TMJ Treatment
What is TMJ disorder?
TMJ disorder affects the temporomandibular joints that connect your jaw to your skull. It can cause jaw pain, popping, stiffness, headaches, and facial discomfort. Grinding or clenching teeth often contributes to symptoms. TMJ treatment focuses on relieving tension, improving joint movement, and reducing strain on your jaw.
Can TMJ cause headaches?
Yes, TMJ problems often contribute to frequent headaches. Jaw tension and muscle strain can trigger tension headaches or migraines. Treating the underlying jaw issue can reduce headache frequency and intensity by relieving pressure on the muscles and joints involved in jaw movement.
How long does it take to see results from TMJ treatment?
Results vary depending on the severity of your symptoms and treatment type. Some people notice relief within weeks, while others take longer. Consistent treatment and following recommendations help improve jaw function over time and support lasting relief from TMJ-related discomfort.