TMJ
You Use Your TMJ Every Day
You use your TMJ, or temporomandibular joint, constantly. When you talk, chew, or laugh, your TMJ helps make motion possible. When it is inflamed, you may have trouble opening your mouth. You may also feel pain in your jaw, head, or face.
What Are TMD?
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Temporomandibular disorders, or TMD, occur when you overwork your jaw joint by biting, clenching, or grinding, whether consciously or subconsciously. When you have a TMD, you can experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms.
Signs You May Have TMJ Problems
Our Aiken team is here to treat your TMD. If your temporomandibular joint is inflamed or swollen, you may notice TMJ disorder symptoms such as:
Choose Dentists Who Welcome You to the Team
We pride ourselves on listening to our patients. You play a big role in determining your TMJ disorder treatment, so we treat you like a crucial member of the team. Together, we will all work to find a plan that fits your needs, lifestyle, and budget.
At the Center for Dentistry in Aiken, SC, we can determine if you have a TMD and develop a treatment plan. There's no better time than the present to treat your TMJ problems. Dr. Leah B. Wilkins can help you.
With our caring dentists and dental team, you can finally stop living with daily temporomandibular joint pain. To begin, reach out to our kind team or call:
(803) 648-9461
"I appreciate the professionalism and the family feel." Why Aiken, SC, Trusts Our Team
Katelyn Carpenter
Aiken, SC
2024
I recently moved to the area and was nervous to find a new dentist, however Dr. Leah and everyone else I’ve met has been incredibly kind and caring, and they did a great job fixing my tooth!
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Aiken, SC
2023
The staff is excellent and takes care of their guests. I leave every time feeling well taken care of!
View on GoogleIf You Have TMJ Problems, We Can Help Here's How We Treat TMD
We care about our patients — and our biggest goal is making you feel better. From truly listening to what you have to say to fully explaining every option, our dentists will help you take back control of your TMJs. Our treatment options include:
Custom Bite Splints
Oral appliance therapy is an effective method for long-term TMD relief. Our dentists use custom splints to reposition your jaw and jaw joints, preventing you from clenching and grinding your teeth. You can wear your splint while you sleep, so you can finally wake up to a life without temporomandibular disorder pain.
BOTOX Injections
BOTOX® injections can be used to relax your muscles, giving your jaw and joints a chance to rest and heal. Patients with TMD can return every few months for injections for low-maintenance relief. This treatment will not impact your smile or appearance, so you do not have to worry about it changing how you look.
Physical Therapy
In cases where oral appliance therapy and BOTOX don't provide complete relief, our dentists can refer you to a trusted physical therapist. They can teach you exercises to alleviate discomfort and regain jaw movement. With most temporomandibular disorders, though, it won't be necessary.
Timely TMD Treatment Can Prevent Long-Term Dental Problems
As dentists, we see the harmful effects of repeated TMJ stress regularly. While you may not have experienced dental problems yet, it is possible that clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth will cause them at some point. TMD treatment is more than a way to alleviate uncomfortable symptoms — it's an investment in a patient's oral health.
Regular TMJ stress can lead to broken or cracked teeth or even infections that require a root canal. All of this damage to your teeth can mean that they'll need more expensive care like crowns or implants later on.
Fortunately, you can prevent these issues by investing in your health today with TMJ treatment, like oral splints or BOTOX.
TMJ Problems Can Be Visible
How Do I Ease My TMJ Pain?
Dealing with TMJ disorders can feel overwhelming, especially when they cause daily pain. Still, you can take back some control. Patients can play a part in alleviating their temporomandibular joint pain by:
We care about our patients — and our biggest goal is making you feel better. From truly listening to what you have to say to fully explaining every option, our dentists will help you take back control of your TMJs
"Always enjoy the staff." Reassuring Reviews From Our Aiken, SC, Patients
Mike Cissell
Aiken, SC
2023
Center for Dentistry is an excellent group! I've been a patient here since moving to Aiken, and have been absolutely impressed at the high quality care during each visit. The staff are all amazing, and both Dr Tal and Dr Leah are wonderful! I recommend them to anyone seeking a high quality caring dental practice!
View on GoogleJimmy Fishburn
Aiken, SC
2024
Dr Wilkins and her staff are absolutely amazing. I must admit that I was a bit anxious about going to a dentist, espeicially since I had not been since 1992 (except for a simple extraction). They made me feel at ease and took care of this veteran very well. No pain and took care of everything i needed done (1 filling and a spur shaved down). Thank you for a wonderful experience.
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