TMJ Management in Kansas City

Find Relief for Tight Jaw Muscles and Dysfunction

Temporomandibular jaw (TMJ) disorder affects the way your jaw opens and closes. Jaw pain, clicking, or a sensation of muscle tightness may interfere with your daily life, including basic tasks like chewing or having a conversation. But you don’t have to live with TMJ pain!

In as little as five minutes in the dentist office, you can get relief for jaw pain and dysfunction, with full results in seven to 10 days. Our TMJ treatments continue working for up to three months.

Signs You May Require Treatment for TMJ Disorders

You may have TMJ disorder if you experience:

A history of grinding or clenching your teeth and jaw in your sleep or during the day
Frequent tension headaches
Sore facial and jaw muscles
Tightness in the jaw when opening your mouth
Swelling
Your jaw locking open or closed

Professional Treatments for TMJ

If you’ve already tried over-the-counter pain relievers, ice, heat, or rest for your jaw pain, but nothing provided ongoing relief, it’s time to seek professional help from TMJ specialists at Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry of Kansas City.

Simple injections into your jaw muscle are a relatively non-invasive solution for TMJ management in our Kansas City dental practice. Most patients see results in as little as seven days and notice relaxed jaw muscles and relief from symptoms.

Ongoing treatments, coupled with wearing an occlusal guard at night, can help prevent the return of symptoms and the tooth damage so often associated with TMJ disorder.

Common TMJ Treatment Questions

How do I get diagnosed with TMJ disorder?
Our dentists can help identify whether you are experiencing TMJ dysfunction.

How long does recovery take after a TMJ treatment?
You can return to your normal daily activities immediately after your treatment.

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Book a Consultation for TMJ Treatments Near You

Find relief from a variety of symptoms caused by jaw joint dysfunction. Our Kansas City TMJ specialists – who are also dentists and board certified oral surgeons – will help you determine whether our treatments are right for you. Call us at (816)&nbsp320-6499 to schedule a consultation.