Does your jaw pop or click when you open or close your mouth, sometimes audibly? Are you someone who suffers from frequent headaches or migraines? Or maybe it locks upon opening or closing your mouth? Did you know that all of these symptoms could indicate problems with your jaw joint (TMJ)? Or even that you suffer from a jaw joint disorder called temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD)? Here's what you should know if you're looking for clicking jaw treatment or a jaw pain dentist in Los Gatos.
How Dentists Diagnose TMJ Problems
Dr. P provides a thorough exam and discusses your symptoms to diagnose TMJ problems or TMD. Getting to the root cause of TMD helps her determine the best course of treatment for your needs. Some of the signs and symptoms of TMD to be aware of are:
- Jaw joint popping or clicking upon opening or closing
- Jaw tenderness when chewing or eating
- Facial pain
- Frequent headaches or migraines
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Tooth sensitivity
- Bite changes
How Do We Treat TMD?
Once Dr. P determines the root cause of your TMD, she can recommend the right treatment for your needs. For example, if bite or tooth alignment is causing your issues, she may recommend orthodontic treatment to correct your alignment. Or, if tooth grinding (bruxism) is the cause of your TMD, Dr. P may suggest making you a custom night guard to protect your teeth from the damage of bruxism and alleviate your TMD.
Treating TMD requires a personalized treatment plan because each patient's needs are vastly different. Dr. P works closely with you to ensure you enjoy relief and have great results when treating your TMD.
Contact Our Team
If you're looking for a dentist for jaw pain near Los Gatos, look no further than Nicole E Pagonis, DDS! We're here to help, and you can book an evaluation with Dr. P by calling (408) 399-3920.