At Carewell Dental, Dr. Nair offers solutions for TMD-related discomfort.

Don't Let TMJ Pain Slow You Down

TMJ Treatment

Do you notice your jaw popping or clicking when you open or close your mouth? Do you suffer from frequent headaches? Do you experience pain or tenderness when you chew and eat food?

Did you know you could be suffering from a jaw joint (TMJ) disorder, known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD)?

What Is the Difference Between TMJ and TMD?

The terms TMJ and TMD are often used interchangeably; however, they do represent different things. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, which is your jaw joint. Your jaw joint is responsible for all the functions you need for laughing, yawning, talking, chewing, eating, and opening and closing your mouth. It’s one of the most complex joint systems in your body.

TMD refers to the disorder that occurs when your TMJ system is not functioning properly. This can be a painful and debilitating disorder that greatly impacts your quality of life.

At Carewell Dental, Dr. Nair offers solutions for TMD that can help you find relief from discomfort, better chewing function, and improved joint movement and function.

What Are the Symptoms of TMD?

If you’re living with the discomfort of TMD, you may experience one or more of these symptoms.

Tooth Grinding

When your joint muscles are tense, it contributes to bruxism, which can further damage your teeth and joints.

Jaw Locking

When your jaw joint locks open or closed, it can indicate that you’re suffering from TMD.

Popping or Clicking

The jaw joint popping or clicking when you chew or open your mouth may indicate TMD.

Frequent Headaches

Migraines and frequent headaches are common symptoms of TMD.

Neck Pain

Chronic neck and shoulder pain is a telltale symptom of TMD.

Chewing Pain

Tenderness or pain while chewing and eating food can stem from TMD.

Meet Our Dentist:

Dr. Resmi Nair DMD
Dentist

Dr. Resmi Nair is a graduate of Boston University-Goldman School of Dental Medicine, which is consistently ranked as one of the top dental schools in the United States.

As a family and cosmetic dentist, Dr. Nair has been practicing dentistry since 2001, so she understands how to provide outstanding patient care. She is committed to learning and keeping up to date with the newest methods and developments in dentistry to provide her patients with the latest treatment options. She regularly participates in educational opportunities to expand her knowledge in the field ...

How Do We Treat TMD in Rutland?

Getting to the bottom of what’s causing your TMD is the first step. For every patient, root causes are different. Here are some possibilities of what’s causing your TMJ discomfort:

Stress
Tooth clenching and grinding (bruxism)
A misaligned bite
Joint conditions, like arthritis
Sleep apnea
Trauma

Once Dr. Nair determines the cause of your TMD, she can recommend the best course of action for treatment.

If bruxism or sleep apnea is the culprit, a custom oral appliance worn during sleep can protect your teeth from grinding damage and help you breathe more freely throughout the night.

If bite misalignment is causing your TMD, she may recommend aligning your teeth with braces or Invisalign®.

Contact Carewell Dental

If you’re struggling with TMD, there is relief. Talk with our team at (508) 886-6046 to book an evaluation with Dr. Nair, or request a visit online.

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