Face Pain - In Your Local Area
New Smile Magic
Appointments: (919) 403-5559
Theresa Robinson D.M.D.
New Smile Magic
5915 Farrington Road, Suite 101
Chapel Hill, NC 27517-9900
You've probably heard that a root canal procedure can be an uncomfortable experience. At New Smile Magic, located in Chapel Hill, NC area, that's not the case. Dr. Theresa Robinson numbs the tooth so you simply won't feel any pain, and you'll find that there is very little discomfort afterwards.
For your comfort and convenience, Theresa Robinson, D.M.D., may suggest you relax with nitrous oxide (laughing gas) during certain treatments. Offering TMJ at her practice in the Chapel Hill, NC area, Dr. Robinson offers a range of options to help you feel comfortable at the dentist.
Here at New Smile Magic based in the Chapel Hill, NC area, Dr. Theresa Robinson offers a wide selection of functional appliances to correct the positioning of your teeth and jaws. These can be used alone or before and after treatment with braces.
With IV sedation you'll have no memory of your dental procedure at our Chapel Hill area sedation dentistry practice. Since you are safely sedated during the treatment, you experience virtually no pain. You'll simply wake up to your successful results.
If traditional unsightly metal braces are not appealing to you or your child, you may want to consider tooth-colored braces from Chapel Hill area braces dentist Dr. Robinson.
The braces will hardly be noticeable, since the stain-resistant material will be blended to match the exact color of your teeth. If subtle is what you are looking for - and you need braces - this could be a great option for you.
San Diego Sleep Apnea Centers
Appointments: (858) 568-8941
Gary Sigafoos D.D.S.
San Diego Sleep Apnea Centers
9850 Genesee Ave, Suite 620
La Jolla, CA 92037
Gary Sigafoos, D.D.S., in the La Jolla area accepts Delta Dental® insurance. Our experienced team at San Diego Sleep Apnea Centers will file your insurance claim for you.
We want your dental treatment to be affordable for you. We're committed to helping you maintain your life-long oral health.
La Jolla area dentist Dr. Gary Sigafoos offers dental payment plans so you can afford the treatment you need. Just talk with our friendly team about your needs.
We'll be happy to work with you to find the solution that fits your situation. We're committed to making your oral health a reality.
For comfortable tooth cleaning in the La Jolla, California area, Dr. Gary Sigafoos is known for having a gentle touch. The friendly team at San Diego Sleep Apnea Centers provides dental hygiene treatments for a whiter smile.
Maintaining good dental hygiene is the foundation for healthy teeth and gums. We're committed to helping you have a lifetime of oral health.
La Jolla area gum disease dentist Gary Sigafoos, D.D.S. has extensive experience with gum grafting. If you're suffering from exposed roots or receding gums, we can help.
Our caring, professional team can perform the periodontal surgery you need. You'll once again be able to enjoy having healthy teeth and gums.
New and safe sedation dentistry with La Jolla area sedation dentist Dr. Gary Sigafoos means you can have years of dental treatments done quickly while you're lightly sedated, with little or no discomfort. If you've been putting up with discomfort, hiding your smile, or delaying scheduling dental work because you're too busy, your life is about to change. Make a sedation dentistry consultation appointment today with Dr. Sigafoos.
NJ Laser Dentistry
Appointments: (732) 842-7010
Bruce Bilow D.M.D.
NJ Laser Dentistry
818 Shrewsbury Ave.
Tinton Falls, NJ 07724
Would you like your smile to be a bit brighter than it is right now? We can make it happen at NJ Laser Dentistry, with professional tooth whitening for brighter natural looking teeth. Dr. Bruce Bilow's Tinton Falls, NJ area office can effectively lighten your stained or discolored tooth enamel. Whiter teeth not only look great, they improve your self-confidence.
NJ Laser Dentistry welcomes emergency appointments. We know that dental emergencies can occur at any time. Our 24-hour voice mail alerts Tinton Falls area dentist Dr. Bruce Bilow to your need. We are here to help you at any time.
In order to maintain your oral health, it's important to schedule regular dental check-ups. Don't wait until something is wrong to make an appointment with Tinton Falls area dentist Dr. Bruce Bilow. At NJ Laser Dentistry, we provide comfortable and thorough checkups. By catching and correcting a potential dental problem early, Dr. Bilow can save you vast amounts of time, discomfort, and expense.
Friendly, caring family dentistry in the Tinton Falls, New Jersey area is available at NJ Laser Dentistry. Our team strives to make you and your family feel comfortable during your appointment. Bruce Bilow, D.M.D. wants to help you and your family maintain your oral health now and for years to come. You'll love visiting our comfortable setting where personalized customer service still matters.
If you want a gorgeous smile that turns heads, you may want to learn about the range of dental services offered at NJ Laser Dentistry. Tinton Falls area cosmetic dentist Dr. Bruce Bilow is dedicated to producing quality results and beautiful smiles.
More TMJ Dentists in the Tinton Falls, NJ Area Near You
KING FAMILY DENTISTRY
226 KIRBY RD
KING, NC, 27021
(336) 983-0095
Dr. William G. ChristensenD.D.S.
1375 East 800 North Suite 204
Orem, UT, 84097
(801) 226-6565
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BURTON FAMILY DENTAL & ASSOCIATE
1720 W ARLINGTON BLVD
GREENVILLE, NC, 27834
(252) 353-2111
SOLANEK FAMILY DENTISTRY PLLC
174 ROUTE 101 UNIT C 1
BEDFORD, NH, 3110
(603) 472-7055
Temporomandibular Joint Treatment and Migraine Headaches
You may know people with Type-A personalities. You may even be Type-A yourself. Always connected, high energy and hard driving. These people may be even more successful than their associates and friends. That's the positive side. But there's a negative side, too. For some Type-A personalities, stress and anxiety can intensify the symptoms of TMJ disorder (Temporomandibular joint disorders). TMJ disorder symptoms can take the form of everything from migraine headaches and earaches, to neck, shoulder and facial pain. Teeth clenching, a stress-related habit, increases pressure on the jaw, resulting in pain or even lockjaw in severe cases.
You can't change your personality type (nor would you want to!), but treatment is available for those suffering from TMJ disorder. We can realign and reduce pressure on the jaw and reduce or even eliminate pain.
Don't stress out. Accentuate the positive. Call your dentist for help in diagnosing and treating TMJ disorder.
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TMJ - All About Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
TM disorder describes a variety of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint - TMJ (the point where the jaw opens and closes) and nerves related to chronic facial pain. These problems are now more easily diagnosed and treated than in the past. Women are twice as likely to be affected than men.
How Is It Caused?
The exact cause of the disorder is unknown. Some factors are related to an improper bite or malocclusion, injury, arthritis, severe stress, or a combination of factors. Clenching or grinding teeth, a condition called bruxism, may develop from stress or as part of a sleep disorder. This can tire muscles and create painful spasms, causing even more pain. Repeated muscle problems may affect the joints, resulting in tissue damage, muscle tenderness, and more spasms, perpetuating a cycle of pain.
What Are Some of the Symptoms?
- Jaw pain or soreness, more noticeable in the morning or afternoon
- Jaw pain while chewing, biting, or yawning
- Earache without an infection, sometimes spreading into the face
- A clicking or grinding noise while opening and closing your mouth
- Difficulty opening and closing your mouth
- A stiff jaw when eating, talking, or yawning
- Sensitive teeth without any signs of dental problems
- Aching on the side of the head and neck pain
- "Locking" of jaw in an open or closed position
How Can This Condition Be Treated?
Proper diagnosis is critical to make sure you receive treatment for your particular condition. Your dentist will recommend treatment after conducting a thorough health history, clinical exam, taking appropriate X-rays, and perhaps confirming the condition through other diagnostic tests.
Your dentist may prescribe a multiple-phase treatment plan. Only minor corrective treatment may be needed. Treatment may be simple or require more steps for alleviating the condition, depending on the degree of severity. Some of these treatments include:
- Taking a non-aspirin pain reliever or prescription medications such as muscle relaxants, analgesics, or anti-inflammatory drugs
- Eating soft foods
- Avoiding chewing gum
- Applying moist heat or ice
- Physical therapy
- Teaching relaxation techniques to control muscle tension
- Stress management training techniques
- Posture training
- Wearing bite plates to eliminate the harmful effects of clenching or grinding the teeth, and a better positioning of the jaws
- Adjusting the bite, known as "occlusal equilibration" involving removing interferences when the teeth touch
- Replacement of defective restorations that prevent the jaws from meeting properly
- Orthodontics, to put the teeth in proper position
- Surgery
In most cases, the symptoms related to TM disorders can be successfully treated to reduce or eliminate your discomfort. Postponement of treatment usually results in more damage to the joint, muscles, or teeth. Be sure to discuss any questions you may have about TM symptoms and treatment plans with your dentist.
By Brian J. Gray, DDS, MAGD, FICO
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