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Relief from Jaw Pain & Discomfort
Why You Need It
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull, controlling every movement of your mouth. When this joint becomes inflamed or misaligned, it can cause jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, neck and shoulder tension, difficulty opening the mouth fully, and involuntary teeth grinding (bruxism).
TMJ disorders affect millions of people and are often underdiagnosed because the symptoms can seem unrelated to the jaw. Without treatment, the condition can worsen — progressively wearing down tooth enamel, disrupting sleep, and significantly impacting quality of life.
The Process
Dr. Paulina Labuz begins with a comprehensive evaluation of your bite, jaw movement, and muscle tension. Digital imaging helps identify the precise nature of the joint dysfunction. Depending on the diagnosis, treatment may involve a custom-fitted night guard to prevent grinding, bite adjustment therapy, or targeted jaw exercises.
In most cases, conservative management achieves excellent results. Dr. Paulina Labuz will develop a phased treatment plan, monitor your progress at follow-up visits, and — when appropriate — coordinate with specialists in physical therapy or oral surgery.
The Outcome
Significantly reduce jaw pain, headaches, and facial tension that have been impacting your daily life.
Stop the progressive enamel erosion caused by chronic grinding before irreversible damage occurs.
A custom night guard reduces nighttime grinding and leads to more restful, uninterrupted sleep.
Dr. Paulina Labuz will evaluate your jaw health and create a personalized treatment plan to address your TMJ symptoms.
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