TMJ disorder (temporomandibular joint dysfunction) is a disruption in the function of the jaw joint, chewing muscles, and bite that affects not only the teeth, but also jaw position, muscle balance, and overall well-being. The condition can develop gradually and may remain without clearly pronounced symptoms for a long time.
What is TMJ?
When should you see a doctor?
- clicking, crunching, or pain in the jaw area
- tension and tightness in the chewing muscles
- headaches, neck pain, and shoulder pain
- discomfort when chewing or opening the mouth
- numbness or a feeling of jaw locking
- tooth enamel wear, changes in the bite
- speech issues or changes in speech
- sleep disturbances and teeth grinding at night (bruxism)
Symptoms of TMJ
TMJ treatment is carried out by gnathologists and prosthodontists. Dr. Budovsky is widely known for his expertise in dental prosthetics, TMJ treatment, and veneers. He has patented a unique approach to joint treatment, thanks to which prosthetics and veneers differ not only in aesthetics, but also in functionality. This method allows the result to serve the patient for 30 years or more while preserving comfort and reliability!
Who performs the treatment
A gnathologist deals with:
- TMJ treatment
- correction of lower jaw position
- diagnosis and treatment of bruxism
- work with muscular tension in the face and neck
- preparation for orthodontic and prosthetic treatment
- splint therapy (therapeutic mouthguards)
How does TMJ treatment work?
TMJ treatment always begins with comprehensive diagnostics - this is an analytical process that allows us to:
- identify the true source of pain or dysfunction
- assess the degree of compensation or decompensation of the dentofacial system
- determine individual parameters of the bite, joints, and chewing muscles
- predict the body’s response to any intervention
- minimize risks and avoid mistakes during orthodontic, prosthetic treatment, and implantation
Diagnostics begin with manual functional analysis, including:
- assessment of lower jaw movement
- condition of the chewing and neck muscles
- function of the temporomandibular joints
- analysis of occlusion and pain responses
- assessment of posture and muscle balance
- photo protocol, model analysis, work in an articulator, CT scan, MRI
FAQ
Yes. Very often TMJ disorder develops without pronounced pain. Symptoms may be hidden: jaw fatigue, headaches, tension, stiffness of movement.
The timeline is individual and depends on the severity of the disorder. On average, the active phase of treatment takes from several months to a year.
A splint is a custom therapeutic mouthguard that helps relax the muscles, stabilize jaw position, and relieve stress from the joints.
Correcting the bite and removing excessive stress on the teeth helps prevent wear, enamel damage, and tooth loss in the future.
Yes. Disorders in jaw function and the chewing muscles often cause chronic headaches and neck pain.
Yes. Muscle relaxation and restoration of bite balance can improve facial contours and overall expression.
Without gnathological diagnostics, the risk of overloading the joints and muscles increases. A comprehensive approach helps avoid complications.
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