Neck pain, frequent headaches, and tenderness when chewing are just a few of the symptoms of a painful jaw joint (TMJ) condition known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
When you suffer from TMD, it can be quite debilitating and impact your life in several ways. You may not be able to chew and eat with ease, or you might be plagued with headaches or neck and shoulder pain.
Many patients live with these symptoms for years without realizing that a dental professional can help; however, relief is possible, and Dr. Faircloth is here to help you find it.
If you've been experiencing frequent headaches and haven't been able to identify the cause, your jaw may be to blame. Temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly known as TMD, is a condition affecting the joint that connects your jaw to your skull, and headaches are one of its most common and often overlooked symptoms.
At Harbortown Dental Care, Dr. Faircloth can help determine whether TMD may be contributing to your headaches. Some additional signs that your headaches could be related to TMD include:
If any of these symptoms sound familiar, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Faircloth. TMD is very treatable, and relief may be closer than you think.
At Harbortown Dental Care, we take a thorough, compassionate approach to diagnosing and managing TMD so you can get back to feeling your best.
The good news is that Dr. Faircloth helps patients manage TMD by identifying the root cause and recommending appropriate treatment. Because TMD can stem from a variety of factors, a thorough evaluation is the essential first step toward lasting relief.
Some of the causes of TMD may be:
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Once Dr. Faircloth determines the root cause of your TMD, she can make treatment recommendations tailored specifically to your situation.
If tooth or bite alignment is the cause of your TMD, she may recommend orthodontic treatment with clear aligners or braces. She might recommend yoga or massage for stress or anxiety relief.
If bruxism is causing your disorder, Dr. Faircloth might suggest a custom oral appliance to protect your teeth from grinding during sleep. She may also suggest BOTOX® treatment to relax the overactive jaw muscles responsible for clenching and grinding, providing meaningful relief from both bruxism and its associated symptoms.
To schedule an evaluation with Dr. Faircloth, please contact our dental office at (313) 259-2410 or request a visit online.
Dental Hygienist is awesome. I have anxiety about dental appointments. She is patient and gentle with my tight jaw. Dr. Faircloth takes time to evaluate my mouth thorough and make suggestions for better dental care.
-Kristen H.