Neck and Jaw Pain
TMJ therapy in our office is treated non-surgically in a non-invasive and therapeutic way. Most patients that come to our office for relief of TMJ dysfunction experience improvement within the first two weeks of the beginning of their treatment. Ninety five percent of the time, we are able to treat the patient in our office without surgery. Occasionally, a patient may require surgery and we work with a team of oral surgeons we know and trust.
Dr. Johnson's passion in dentistry is occlusion (how the teeth fit together) and it is directly related to the TMJ (temporomandibular joint) and how well it functions. If you experience clicking, popping, or pain in your jaw, please contact us for an evaluation. Other symptoms of TMJ dysfunction include teeth grinding, clenching, headache, shoulder pain, cranial pain, back pain, neck and jaw pain. We also have some patients who have reported tinnitus.
TMJ dysfunction doesn't fix itself on its own and it is degenerative. Seeking treatment before it worsens is a great idea.
At your first appointment:
We take a panoramic xray and comoplete a thorough exam of your jaw joints, the biting surfaces of your teeth, your facial muscles and we also ask questions regarding your symptoms so that we are able to make the best recommendation for you.
Please call us at 303-422-8748 for your initial exam.