TMJ Dysfunction
Personalized Solutions for your TMJ Dysfunction
Eat and speak without pain. We release jaw tension and fix TMJ dysfunction to stop the clicking, locking, and headaches today.
Cutting Edge Therapies for your TMJ Dysfunction
Physical Therapy (Intra-oral manual therapy and jaw alignment)
Massage Therapy (Releasing tension in the face, neck, and scalp)
IMS (Dry Needling) (Releasing the masseter and temporalis muscles)
Is TMJ Pain Taking the Joy Out of Your Favorite Foods?
Do you hear a loud clicking or popping sound every time you chew? Do you wake up with a sore jaw, ear pain, or facial tenderness from grinding your teeth (bruxism) all night?
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) is more than just a nuisance; it is a complex condition that can cause locking of the jaw, dizziness, and chronic migraines. It turns simple pleasures—like eating a burger or laughing with friends—into sources of anxiety and pain.
Is TMJ Pain Taking the Joy Out of Your Favorite Foods?
Do you hear a loud clicking or popping sound every time you chew? Do you wake up with a sore jaw, ear pain, or facial tenderness from grinding your teeth (bruxism) all night?
Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ) is more than just a nuisance; it is a complex condition that can cause locking of the jaw, dizziness, and chronic migraines. It turns simple pleasures—like eating a burger or laughing with friends—into sources of anxiety and pain.
Mark D
I thought I needed surgery or a permanent mouth guard. I was wrong. Thanks Mark
Linda G.
I came in with severe locking and pain while chewing. The team was super gentle and explained exactly what was happening with my joint.
Jessica Hastings
So grateful I found you guys! Thanks for helping me with my TMJ pain.
Arvada TMJ Dysfunction Success Stories
Why does my jaw hurt?
A nightguard protects your teeth, but it doesn't stop the muscle tension that causes the grinding in the first place. TMJ dysfunction is often driven by cervical spine stiffness and stress that keeps your jaw muscles in a constant state of spasm. To solve the pain, you must treat the neck and jaw as one unit.
Bruxism (Teeth Grinding)
Clenching or grinding your teeth, especially during sleep or high stress, overworks the jaw muscles. This leads to waking up with a sore jaw, facial tenderness, and tension headaches.
Disc Displacement
Inside the jaw joint, there is a small disc that helps the bone glide smoothly. If this disc slips out of place, it causes the characteristic "clicking" or "popping" sound and can cause the jaw to lock.
Cervical Spine Dysfunction
The neck and jaw are intimately connected. Poor neck posture or upper cervical spine stiffness can refer pain directly into the jaw and face, mimicking TMJ dysfunction.
Muscle Spasms
Trigger points in the masseter and temporalis muscles (the chewing muscles) can cause referred pain into the teeth and ears. This is often mistaken for a toothache or ear infection.
Free TMJ Dysfunction Screening
Take the first step toward getting your life back. whether you need immediate treatment or just advice, our certified team is here to help. Ask for a free injury screening to get expert suggestions on your next steps.
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Start Healing at Arvada’s Premier Physical Therapy Clinic.
Don’t let aches and pains hold you back from the Rocky Mountain lifestyle. Schedule a complimentary injury screeningwith our licensed specialists today. We will discuss your discomfort and map out your next steps toward a pain-free life.