Options for Curing TMJ

TMJ plagues sufferers with jaw pain, headaches, and other symptoms and can result in immobility issues if left untreated. To maintain normal abilities to speak and eat, patients should seek treatment when TMJ symptoms first emerge. Here is a look at options that can cure TMJ.

Drug Treatments

Our dentist in Houston may prescribe medications not only for symptomatic relief but also for improvement of jaw position in TMJ. Sedatives, muscle relaxers, and tricyclic antidepressants can help by reducing tension that leads to teeth grinding and TMJ worsening. With relaxation, the jaws can also be repositioned more easily.

Clinical TMJ Cures

TMJ can often be cured with surgical or non-surgical options. Non-surgical treatments include physical therapy and counseling to improve mobility and aid relaxation, respectively. Surgical cures include arthrocentesis to remove debris from the jaw joints, corticosteroid injections to relieve inflammation, and ease jaw movement and surgery to resolve structural issues.

Patients who visit our dentist for TMJ treatment can reclaim their comfort and ability to use their jaws normally. With timely resolution of TMJ, patients also are less likely to suffer long-term complications of the disorder. A consultation with our expert in TMJ in Houston can be scheduled to learn more about how this disorder can be cured.