TMJ

The temporomandibular joints (“TMJ”) encompass both jaw joints and related muscles of the head, neck, and shoulder muscles essential for the movement of our jaws. These components play a vital role in crucial functions like chewing, swallowing, and speaking. Within each TMJ, a cushioned disc (cartilage) resides between the ball and socket on both sides of the jaw, contributing to their functioning. If the jaws are out of alignment, it can cause a popping or clicking feeling inside the TMJ.

Many patients complain of their jaw locking open or closed, and having a crunching or grinding feeling when they open or close their mouth. Some patients feel like they have an earache or even stuffy ears because of the proximity of the TMJ to the ear canal. On occasion, patients have a feeling of pain in their sinuses or even toothaches, with no apparent infections that could be causing these symptoms. Only a multi-specialty approach of diagnosing and correctly treating these symptoms is by far the best long-term solution to this myriad of symptoms associated with TMJ Disorders.

OUR SERVICES

The TMJ Spa services include: doctor directed jaw aligners (oral mouthpieces); manipulation of the jaw; massage therapy of the head, neck, shoulders, and upper back; prescription medications (steroids, NSAIDs, muscle relaxers); trigger point injections using long-acting anesthetics (Exparel, ZYNRELEF); injections of muscle relaxers (Botox, Dysport, Xeomin); and rehydration through IV infusion and nutritional supplements.

Administering injections into problematic muscles can provide essential pain relief and better TMJ function for individuals suffering from distressing TMJ disorders. By precisely injecting prescription medications directly into the muscles associated with the TMJ problem (inducing a controlled level of muscle anesthesia and/or paralysis), these muscles can gradually relax and unwind. This procedure offers individuals a valuable respite from incapacitating TMJ disorders.

SPA SUPERVISION

All TMJ Spa services are supervised by our Medical Director, Dental Director, and Spa Director. All are state licensed physicians, dentists, nurses, and massage therapists.

OUR PARTNERS AND FEES

Since typical medical and dental insurance rarely covers TMJ treatment, “The TMJ Spa” has partnered with Forever Aligned Club (FAC) to offer affordable solutions for TMJ services and products. FAC Members get reduced fees for all TMJ Spa services and products, making access to appropriate care available to everyone. You no longer need to worry about expensive TMJ mouth pieces or procedures. FAC Membership has amazing benefits for all TMJ related problems.