TMJ Treatment in Itasca, IL
You Deserve to Live Pain-Free
If persistent discomfort in your jaw muscles, tension headaches, or worn teeth are part of your daily life, you might be experiencing temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). At Hamilton Lakes Dentistry, Drs. French and Dr. Conti are dedicated to relieving the pain and discomfort associated with this condition, helping you find balance and ease once again.
Call us today to schedule your TMJ treatment consultation at our Itasca, IL office.
Why Choose Hamilton Lakes Dentistry for TMJ Treatment?
What Is TMD?
TMD affects the temporomandibular joints. TMD is short for temporomandibular disorder that affects the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The TMJ is a sophisticated joint that connects the upper and lower jaws. The joint is attached to muscles that allow us to eat, speak, swallow, chew, breathe, and function every day. TMD is when the joint and or muscles do not function properly.
Twenty to thirty percent of the adult population suffers from TMD/TMJ; it is more common in women and people between the ages of 20 and 40.
TMD/TMJ symptoms include:
What Causes TMJ Dysfunction?
There are many potential causes of TMD. Because several conditions can negatively impact your jaw joints and facial muscles, it is important that when seeing us for treatment, we perform a thorough examination to determine the reason for your chronic jaw pain. Some of the most common reasons you might have TMJ/TMD include:
How Do I Treat TMD?
When meeting with Drs. French or Dr. Conti for TMJ treatment, you might not know what to expect. When treating your jaw, you may be unfamiliar with the various methods of care that are readily available nowadays. We’ll go over which one is right for you so that you can leave chronic jaw pain in the past.
We may recommend:
If you are experiencing TMJ symptoms and living in the Itasca, Illinois area, call Hamilton Lakes Dentistry today at (630) 228-9007 to make an appointment.
TMJ Treatment FAQs
It’s natural to want to put a stop to your TMJ-related pain as quickly as possible, but first, you should make sure that you fully understand what you’re committing to. If you have any questions about TMJ disorder and our approach to treating it, please let us know so that we can clear up your concerns. Below are some questions that multiple patients have brought to us in the past; we hope you find the provided answers helpful.
