Relieve the pain of TMD with non-invasive treatment at your Langley City dentist’s office

TMD is quite literally a pain in the jaw – as well as in the face, ears, head, neck, shoulders, and back. Yet, the discomfort and associated stiffness of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) can be readily, conveniently, affordably, and non-invasively treated at your trusted dentist’s office in the Brookswood area. TMD pain treatment in Langley City, BC, by Dr. Harpreet Aulakh at Smile365 Dental starts with an evaluation to pinpoint the source and nature of your pain. Since there are so many causes of and risk factors for TMD pain, from arthritis to jaw injuries, it is important to start with a proper diagnosis. From there, Dr. Aulakh may recommend one or a mix of the following treatments to ease your localised or radiating pain and improve the many other symptoms that often accompany TMJ disorders:

• Oral appliance therapy – A dental appliance may be customised to your mouth to meet your needs. The appliance resembles a retainer or Invisalign aligner tray and may be worn at night to reposition your jaw and protect your teeth from damage caused by teeth-grinding and teeth-clenching. Chronic bruxism is considered to be a risk factor for jaw pain and TMJ-related disorders. Many of Dr. Aulakh’s patients adjust quite quickly to these devices and appreciate how convenient they are to clean, store, and transport.

• Physical and relaxation exercises – Any behaviours that help strengthen muscles and relieve tension can work wonders to improve TMD pain and symptoms. Smile365 Dental may demonstrate massage and other techniques, or suggest the expertise of other medical providers, such as physical therapists.

Even seemingly simple changes, such as refraining from chewing gum and ice or other habits that could place undue stress on the TM joint and interconnected muscles and structures, can have a significant positive impact on your ability to eat, speak, and otherwise function in a pain-free manner. These and other effective treatments await you at Smile365 Dental in Langley City, BC. Call (604) 409-8660 to reduce or eliminate your reliance on pain meds that represent a band-aid, but don’t really treat the root of your discomfort.