What Is TMJ Therapy?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge where your lower jaw connects to your skull, allowing you to smoothly open and close your mouth. When this joint is injured or damaged, you may experience pain or clicking sounds as you use your jaw, a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). You may also notice frequent headaches or dental damage from grinding your teeth while you sleep — a common symptom of TMD. At Joe Pausa, DMD in Alpharetta, GA, we use the latest tools and techniques to relieve painful TMD symptoms, allowing patients to once again eat and speak in comfort. We'll evaluate your condition and help you decide the best way forward, whether that includes night guards, dental restorations, or oral surgery. If TMJ pain is disrupting your life, schedule an appointment with Dr. Sergio Pausa and our experienced dental team to learn how we can help.
How Does TMJ Therapy Work?
During your first visit, Dr. Pausa will examine your mouth and jaw, watching and listening for signs of TMJ disorder. Some of the most common symptoms of TMJ problems to watch for include pain, stiffness in the jaw, popping or clicking, teeth grinding, or changes in your bite. Dr. Pausa may also order digital dental x-rays to get a clear image of your jawbone and joints. After we've identified the problem, we can talk about your treatment. Common TMJ pain relief options include a mouthguard or dental splints (to align your jaw and stop your teeth from grinding at night) or injections to relax the jaw muscles. For more extreme cases, he may recommend oral surgery to repair, remove, or replace the temporomandibular joint.
What Are the Benefits of TMJ Therapy?
TMD can have a significant impact on your ability to sleep comfortably or even enjoy a meal without pain. Even worse, it can cause long-term damage if it's not treated properly. TMJ therapy at Joe Pausa, DMD is about restoring your comfort and quality of life, with benefits that include:
- Alleviating earaches, headaches, neck pain, and facial discomfort
- Reducing severe pain and soreness caused by TMJ disorders
- Diminishing the sound of jaw clicking or popping
- Enhancing jaw mobility and overall function
- Improving sleep quality
- Lowering the likelihood of future dental issues
- Relieving stress and anxiety associated with jaw pain
S. Joseph Pausa, D.M.D. Reviews
Dr. Pausa is awesome!! He has a very pleasant, calm and encouraging personality. I’m so happy we found him. Surgery went very smoothly and everything healed beautifully. Dr. Pausa is smart and very talented. I cannot recommend him enough. He and his whole staff are caring and well skilled.
I was 20 minutes late for my appointment with Dr. Pausa, but was able to see Dr. Arora who extracted the root of the broken tooth painlessly & quickly.The socket healed well and I am now awaiting further treatment from Dr. Stephanie O'Rourke for the missing tooth.
Dr Pausa and his staff are wonderful. They are very caring and do everything they can to fit you into their schedule. Dr Pausa takes the time to explain procedures and has a awesome bedside manner. I won't go anywhere else!
Friendly and accommodating. Dr. Pausa and his staff treated me as a person, not a body to work on.
Dr. Aurora was a pleasure to work with and very professional and patient with my procedures. Her care made me feel completely at ease and I’m happy to have worked with her!
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TMJ Pain Management Solutions
Don't let jaw pain dictate your life. Schedule a consultation at Joe Pausa, DMD in Alpharetta, GA to discover how TMJ therapy can provide relief and save you from more extensive dental problems in the future. Dr. Pausa and our team will be happy to discuss your TMD treatment options and help you decide which one is right for you.