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TMJ

If you feel extreme jaw pain while eating and carrying out your normal activities, you have temporomandibular joint dysfunction. TMJ treatment in Pakistan is possible with the expert and advanced treatment at SmileOn Dental Clinic, where we focus on your comfort and the easing of pain in your jaw.

TMJ is a disorder of the joint that is between the jaw bone and the skull. It may lead to several conditions, including toothache, jaw pops, headache, or even cause problems in chewing foods. Our TMJ specialist dentist diagnoses and treats TMJ disorders to suit each patient individually.

Symptoms of TMJ

Common TMJ Symptoms are:

  • Jaw pain or tenderness.
  • General muscle weakness or paralysis
  • Difficulty in controlling their tongue.
  • Pain while chewing
  • Impossible to open the jaw.
  • Migraine or any ear problems

Indeed, it might be TMJ disorder if you are having pain in the jaw or have limited ability to move it. Patients may complain of pain, clicking noises, and joint stiffness while opening the mouth. Getting a consultation from one of the best TMJ specialists is useful in giving the right diagnosis and treatment.

Make Your Next Bite Pain-Free

Benefits of Getting TMJ Treatment

Our treatments can give long-term pain relief at affordable jaw surgery cost in Pakistan.
TMJ Treatment Can Help You:

  • Treat TMJ disorder and muscle tension
  • Better chewing and speaking skills
  • Reduce headaches and ear discomfort
  • Prevent further damage to teeth and jaw

Our TMJ services can provide the right treatment option, which can help in managing your symptoms efficiently. It would be best to visit the TMJ specialist in Lahore at SmileOn Dental Clinic for such issues.

TMJ Self-Care Advice After Treatment

Correct post-treatment measures help patients achieve a speedy recovery. Here are key steps to follow:

1. Avoid Hard or Chewy Foods
Taking meals gently without forcing your jaws to open wide will help heal the joint.

2. Practice Good Posture
Stand correctly to reduce pressure on your jaw; thus, your neck muscles will also not be under pressure.

3. Limit Jaw Movements
Do not yawn widely, chew gum, or engage in any activity that overstretches your jaw muscles.

4. Follow Dentist’s Instruction
Follow all recommendations of the TMJ specialist dentist about medications, exercises, and check-up times to get better and last.

Why Choose SmileOn for TMJ Treatment?

Get your treatment done with our highly qualified staff and the best doctor for jaw pain.
Reasons to Choose SmileOn:

  • Expert doctor for jaw pain in Pakistan.
  • Advance treatment options
  • Budget-friendly treatments
  • Follow-ups and individualized care mapping
  • Trusted by patients for effective treatment of TMJ
Before your appointment
  • No special preparation needed
Follow Ups

Follow-up visits are done periodically to review your status and modify the management plan. We also offer guidance on preventing possible causes affecting the sustainable outcome.

Need to Know

For better and speedy recovery, it is advised to take the rest of the week and not to put pressure on your jaws.

FAQs

01. How much does TMJ treatment cost in Lahore done through a dentist?

There is no standard price for treating TMJ, as several factors determine the price. Here, there are some methods of treating TMJ, though some may cost more than others, depending on the doctor you visit. If you require dental aids like a plate or braces, your practitioner can inform you of the cost of the treatment at your consultation visit.

02. Will a mouthguard help TMJ?

Yes, a mouth guard will be helpful by limiting jaw clenching, restricting teeth grinding, and decreasing compression on the joint.

03. Can stress cause TMJ?

It is a result of definite stress that can cause TMJ by relating it to raising jaw clenching and muscle tension. Also, it can be caused by putting pressure on the joint.

04. Can TMJ go away on its own?

TMJ pain will not go away unless treated usually, with treatment consisting of several therapies, as discussed above. If you feel like you always have some pain in your jaws or are suffering from TMJ, we advise you to visit your dentist for assistance.

05. Can TMJ be serious?

If TMJ is not treated, it can intensify and become ugly, and this also makes it hard to manage. TMJ or Jaw pain should also be referred to a dentist if you are experiencing any issues. 

06. How do you treat TMJ?

Here are a few methods in which TMJ can be treated, and the treatment mainly depends on the extent of the problem. Sometimes, treatment may be switching to a soft food diet, administering certain medication, or doing some jaw stretching and relaxation exercises. It can be treated by a dental guard or plate or orthodontic treatment like a brace.

07. How much time does TMJ take to fade away?

TMJ symptoms can be cured within weeks to months of treatment of the disorder, depending on the intensity of the disorder and its causative factor.

08. Can braces cause TMJ?

Orthodontic braces do not cause TMJ, but certain bite pressure during the process can sometimes result in problems.

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