TMJ / TMD Evaluation & Management
Get to the root of jaw pain.
We evaluate your bite and jaw joints and start with conservative care that often brings real relief.
What is tmj / tmd evaluation & management?
TMD refers to problems with the jaw joints (TMJ) and chewing muscles, causing pain, clicking, locking or headaches. Evaluation includes bite analysis and joint exam. Management starts conservatively with splints, habits and therapy. Its main limitation: some cases require specialist or medical care.
Who is a candidate?
Often a good fit
- Jaw pain
- Clicking or popping
- Morning headaches
- Limited opening
Needs extra care or planning
- Jaw locking
- Trauma
- Arthritis
- Severe chronic pain
When an exam is needed: A joint, muscle and bite evaluation.
Problems it can address
Limitations: Not all TMD can be cured; management is common.
Benefits and disadvantages
Benefits
- Conservative first
- Non-invasive
- Relief for many
- Protects teeth
Disadvantages
- May take time
- Results vary
- Possible referrals
The treatment process
- 1
History
Symptoms and habits.
- 2
Exam
Joints and muscles.
- 3
Bite analysis
Digital analysis.
- 4
Plan
Splint, habits, therapy.
- 5
Follow-up
Monitor progress.
Timeline: Weeks to months.
Recovery and aftercare
What to expect
Discomfort: Varies.
Downtime: None.
Aftercare
- Soft diet during flares
- Warm compresses
- Avoid gum chewing
- Wear splint
Call us right away if you notice
- Jaw locks
- Severe pain
- Swelling
Longevity and outcomes
Many patients improve significantly.
What affects your result
- Stress
- Habits
- Compliance
Possible complications
- Flares
- Chronic pain
Cost and payment options
Depends on evaluation and appliances; quoted in writing.
What affects the price
- Splint type
- Imaging
- Referrals
- Insurance
Insurance & financing
We accept most PPO plans and offer financing through CareCredit, Sunbit and others.
Comparison with alternatives
Physical therapy
Jaw exercises.
Medication
Short-term relief.
Specialist care
For complex cases.
Clinical case examples
Real, patient-authorized cases for this treatment are being added soon, with diagnosis, reasoning and results.
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Patient reviews
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Frequently asked questions
What causes TMD?+
Grinding, stress, injury or arthritis.
Will it go away?+
Often improves with care.
Do I need surgery?+
Rarely.
Is clicking bad?+
Not always, if painless.
Does a nightguard help?+
Often.
Is it covered?+
Sometimes by medical insurance.
Your care team & booking
Dr. Sol Shahri
General and cosmetic dentist leading every treatment plan at Neo Dental. This page was medically reviewed by Dr. Sol Shahri.
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