TMJ Treatment in Coral Gables and Miami, FL

Injury can happen when a person grinds their teeth, has a misalignment of the teeth or jaw, poor posture, stress, and arthritis. 

Symptoms Can Include:

• Pain where your jaw joins your skull
• Your jaw is making a clicking or popping noise
• You have ear pain or earaches
• Your jaw muscles feel stiff or sore 
• Your temple has pain 
• Your jaw locks up 
• You have swelling on the side of your face 
• You have trouble chewing food or have a sudden uncomfortable sensation when biting

The temporomandibular joint consists of a hinge that operates in a sliding motion. Segments of the bones that move and interact in the TMJ are surrounded by cartilage. Each of the bones are separated by a disk that absorbs shock. If normally operating, the motion should be smooth.

Pain Can Happen If:

• Your disks move out of the proper alignment or they errode
• Your joint is damaged from an injury or impact
• Your bones or cartilage are damaged by arthritis in the jaw area

Are you experiencing pain in your jaw, hearing a clicking or popping noise, having ear pain or earaches, feeling stiff or sore in your jaw muscles? You may have a TMJ Disorder. Please schedule an appointment in our Coral Gables office to set up a plan to treat your disorder.

Are you in need of TMD or TMJ treatment in the Coral Gables, Miami, South Miami, Kendall, or the surrounding areas? We understand you’re in pain, and we can help with TMJ pain relief!  We offer top TMJ treatment services near you. Click below to schedule an appointment