Overcome Chronic Headaches and Jaw pain with Non-invasive TMJ Pain Treatments

TMJ disorder (TMD) can manifest in a variety of symptoms, including jaw pain and chronic headaches. No one deserves to live in pain! So, if you have TMJ pain in San Antonio, Texas, it’s time to talk to Olmos Park Dental for treatment. Although TMJ pain involves the complex system of jaw joints and muscles, treatment doesn’t have to be invasive. Dr. Brandi Lindsey takes a holistic approach to TMJ pain, offering successful non-surgical treatments with minimal complications.

What causes TMJ pain?

The TMJ connects the jaw to the skull and allows smooth movement during talking, chewing, and other jaw activities. When the joint isn’t properly seated, it can create an imbalance in how the jaw moves, placing uneven pressure on the joint. This misalignment strains the muscles, ligaments, and tissues that support the joint, leading to pain and discomfort.

The common risk factors of TMJ pain include.

  • Chronic teeth grinding (bruxism)
  • Sleep-disordered breathing problems like sleep apnea
  • Crooked teeth and bad bites
  • Underdeveloped jaws
  • Stress

Ready for our non-surgical TMJ treatments?

TMJ pain is frequently one of the most misdiagnosed conditions because its symptoms resemble those of ear infections, migraines, sinusitis, and more. This often leads to improper treatment, compounding your problems over time. Dr. Lindsey has years of experience accurately diagnosing and treating TMJ pain. Unlike many healthcare providers, we focus on addressing the root cause of the problem, not just treating the symptoms.

Our treatments are non-surgical, eliminating post-op complications and prolonged recovery. Our non-surgical treatments for TMJ pain include.

  • Dental orthopedics: Dentists are often the first to notice how the teeth-jaw relationship causes TMD, but not many are trained to correct the problem. Others are quick to prescribe oral splints without getting to the root of the problem. Orthopedic treatments regrow and reshape the jaw to resolve numerous orthodontic issues, including crooked teeth and bite problems. Often, this is the first phase of treating TMJ pain caused by developmental issues, and your treatment includes palatal expander jaw development and orthopedic realignment.
  • Orthodontics: Phase 2 of your treatment includes Invisalign or braces to fine-tune your jaw and teeth alignment. Misalignment causes the jaw muscles to overcompensate as they try to move the joint properly. Over time, this can result in muscle fatigue, tension, and inflammation, contributing to jaw, face, and even neck pain. The surrounding muscles—such as those in the cheeks, temples, and neck—can become sore or tight, exacerbating discomfort. Correcting your jaw imbalances with orthopedics and orthodontics resolves TMJ pain with finality.
  • Botox: Botox is a natural neuromodulator that relaxes overactive muscles that cause teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Botox injections into the jaw muscles reduce muscle tension and alleviate pain. However, Botox isn’t permanent. You’ll need retreatments every 3-6 months to maintain the results. Over time, the jaw muscles will “retrain” to relax, providing long-term relief.

Ready for non-invasive TMD treatments?

Have you been battling TMJ pain for weeks, months, or years? Call (210) 767-3525 to schedule an appointment with Olmos Park Dental. Dr. Lindsey will determine the best non-surgical treatment to manage your headaches and jaw pain.