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Common Symptoms of a TMJ Disorder
- Pain in the jaw, neck, and face
- Tenderness around the eye or temples
- Muscle spasms in the face and jaw
- A jaw that clicks or pops when opened or when chewing
- Locking jaw
- Jaw discomfort or aching
- Tightness or stiffness in the jaw muscles
- Pain or ringing in the ears
- Decrease in motion (e.g. limited opening of the mouth)
- Facial swelling
- Inflamed jaw muscles
- Pain with chewing
- A misaligned bite
- Sudden shift in bite
- Deviation of the jaw to one side when opening
- Teeth not fitting together properly
- Sinus pressure
- Recurring headaches
- Worn down teeth
- Gum recession
- Stiff neck
To seek a solution, a patient may visit multiple doctors in an attempt to find relief. Because the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is so complex, it can be extremely difficult to accurately diagnose TMD and even harder to treat it correctly. TMD’s symptoms can be confused with other health issues and may not be immediately identified. As a result, some patients receive a treatment that only temporarily alleviates their symptoms.
For Effective & Long Lasting TMJ Pain Relief, We Focus on Identifying and Treating the Underlying Cause of Your Symptoms
The Laguna Hills Center for Sleep Apnea & CPAP Intolerance is led by Dr. Abdulla who completed the TMJ and Orofacial Pain Mini-Residency at the UCLA School of Dentistry, making her one of the few dentists in Orange County with advanced training in TMJ disorders and treatment. Because she is also a Diplomate of the American Board of Dental Sleep Medicine, she can also offer treatment to those who have obstructive sleep apnea, a disorder that is often seen in patients who also struggle with TMD.
Call to schedule your initial consultation today. Dr. Abdulla’s non-surgical, holistic treatments are designed to provide permanent relief from TMJ-related pain. Her treatments are FDA-approved and often covered by most PPO plans.