Repeated jaw clenching and grinding (bruxism) is a leading cause of jaw pain and temporomandibular joint dysfunction.
Other causes of TMJ dysfunction include ill-fitting restorations that impact your bite, malocclusion, jaw injuries, arthritis, and chronic stress. As a functional dentist, Dr. Cyril Beard will identify the underlying causes and recommend the least invasive TMJ treatment in Red Bank, NJ, based on your symptoms and how this impacts your quality of life.
An effective way to relieve TMJ discomfort is a custom-fitted oral appliance that’s similar to a retainer, worn primarily during sleep to stabilize your bite and reduce joint tension.
The device helps prevent teeth grinding, correct jaw alignment, and minimize strain on your muscles and joints. By cushioning teeth and guiding your jaw into a more relaxed position, the oral appliance supports healing, reduces inflammation, and prevents further damage from clenching or misalignment.
Dr. Beard is continually seeking innovative and gentler protocols to help patients achieve optimal oral health and overall wellness. Research has demonstrated that biostimulation (biostim) or low-level laser therapy is effective at reducing TMJ disorder-related inflammation and pain.
Therapeutic biostim laser treatment is noninvasive, reversible, and may also improve psychological and emotional aspects of this often debilitating condition. With little to no negative side effects, you can return to daily activities immediately after receiving this pain-free TMJ treatment in Red Bank, NJ.
Ignoring TMJ dysfunction can lead to chronic jaw pain, muscle tension, and frequent headaches that worsen over time. Without treatment, your jaw joints may deteriorate, resulting in limited movement, clicking, or even locking of the jaw.
Many patients also develop secondary issues like neck and shoulder pain or severe tooth damage from grinding and clenching. With effective solutions that consider your whole body wellness, coupled with flexible financing at Cyril Beard, DDS, there’s no reason to let achy TMJs rule your life!
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