TMJ Treatment
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TMJ/TMD Dentistry
TMJ can occur in patients for a variety of reasons. If you suffer from joint pain in your jaw, have a hard time sleeping, experience clicking in your jaw, or have pain while chewing, consulting with a specialist is the first step to take. Our team has a variety of solutions for TMD and is happy to consult with you to discover how to best treat your symptoms. From bite guards to therapeutic treatments, Attleboro Falls Family Dentistry has many ways to ensure that your oral health care needs are met.
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What is TMJ/TMD?

TMJ is short for the temporomandibular joint and connects your lower jaw to your skull. TMJ disorders (TMD) develop for a variety of reasons, including jaw injuries, grinding/clenching your teeth, arthritis, and more, and can be resolved with a variety of treatment options. TMD occurs when the muscle ligaments are torn or worn and the cushion of the jaw joint becomes misaligned and out of place.

Symptoms of TMJ/TMD

While TMJ disorder can show itself in a variety of ways, here are some of the common symptoms associated with it:

  • Pain in the face, ear, jaw, and mouth
  • Pain in one or both temporomandibular joints
  • Difficulty chewing and swallowing
  • Locking of the jaw joint, making it difficult to open and close your mouth
  • Headaches
  • Neck pain

Besides the symptoms listed above continuing to persist, there are some additional effects from letting TMJ go untreated:

  • Chronic Pain
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
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Attleboro Falls Family Dentistry gets a 5-star rating from this retired engineer, based on the office staff’s friendly help, and Dr. Bagley and dental assistant Jessica’s teamwork to provide my best crown experience ever!

Wonderful, Friendly, Helpful staff. Dr. Donald Pierce is the best! Have been going here for years.

I’ve been going to this practice for over 20 years. The staff has been family-friendly, very convenient, & understanding. Love these guys. The best!

Have been going to Dr Pierce for several years. Excellent dentist, great staff. Couldn’t be happier.

No ones likes going to the dentist but I’m so glad I found this office! I never have to wait, they are always on time and everyone there is friendly and makes it as pleasant as it can be LOL!