Head, neck & facial pain in Keller, Texas

What is TruDenta^®?

TruDenta^® is a drug-free, needle-free and pain-free system that really works! It’s designed to provide long-lasting pain relief.

These life-changing, therapeutic treatments have been effective for patients suffering from the painful symptoms of chronic headaches, migraines, TMJ disorder, as well as many other painful conditions.

The state-of-the-art TruDenta^® system has been designed to alleviate the pain caused from migraines, headaches and jaw joints. With this revolutionary technology, physicians in the dental and sports medicine fields are able to help their patients:

• Decrease pain
• Reduce the duration of pain
• Offer medication-free solutions to headaches
• Resume normal life – without pain, without medication dependency, without night-time mouth-guards
• Tinnitus
• Vertigo
• Headaches
• Migraines
• Clenching
• Grinding
• Popping
• Clicking
• TMJ disorder

If you experience any of the pains listed above, please schedule a consultation for your TruDenta^® examination. Our digital diagnostic tools can even specify exactly what is causing your pain and symptoms.

What Should I Expect from a TruDenta^® Exam?

• A computerized measurement of the force balance in your mouth as determined on a tooth-by-tooth basis.
• A computerized measurement of any muscular disability in the affected area.
• Range of motion measurement.
• Panoramic and transcranial x-rays may be needed and/or MRI and Conebeam CT to determine the extent of any joint damage.

Through these easy and painless tests, your orthodontist can see the cause behind your headache symptoms. A comprehensive examination helps your orthodontist pinpoint the related areas of mouth health, muscle health, tooth-related issues, as well as any other potential problem areas that will be treated using TruDenta^® therapy.

We use this unique combination of assessment technology and education that frequently leads to immediate symptom resolution for many patients. If you are experiencing any of the above problems contact us today! Our orthodontist will see if this treatment can help you, answer any questions about insurance coverages and provide all the information you need to feel better!

TMJ Disorder Therapy

Do you experience chronic pain in your jaw, face or neck? Is this pain accompanied by frequent headaches or ringing in your ears? If so, you may have a TMJ disorder. In order to properly diagnose this kind of condition, you need to see a dentist with the right kind of training. To learn more about how your pain can be relieved, visit our office to find out more about our options for TMJ disorder therapy in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex.

What Can You Tell Me About TMJ Disorder?

The temporomandibular joint is where the lower jaw is attached to your skull on each side of the head, in front of your ears. The temporomandibular joint functions like a hinge, enabling your mouth to open and close during eating and speaking. The bones themselves are covered with cartilage and a little disk separates the bones from one another, providing smooth movement in the jaw.

Disorders of the temporomandibular joint cause pain in the joint and the muscles that assist your jaw in moving and functioning properly. It is estimated that millions of people have some kind of TMJ disorder problem. While women are more likely than men to have this problem, it can occur in people of any gender or age.

What Causes TMJ Disorders?

The cause behind TMJ disorder is hard to determine because disorders can develop due to a number of factors. Some of the contributing factors to TMJ disorder includes genetics, arthritis, birth defects and jaw injuries. If you frequently grind or clench your teeth, you may be more likely to develop TMJ disorder. However, not everyone who clenches or grinds their teeth develops this disorder, so it is difficult to know whether that is the primary cause. Pain caused by TMJ disorder typically happens when the cartilage or joint are damaged, or the disk slips out of alignment or begins to erode.

What Are the Symptoms of TMJ Disorder?

There are a variety of symptoms that can indicate that a person has TMJ disorder. Most people report feeling jaw tenderness or pain, which is most frequently felt around the joints. In addition to joint pain, many patients report that they feel an ache both around and in the ears. The symptoms that are common signs of TMJ disorder are stiff jaw muscles, difficulty chewing, swelling in the jaw, joints that lock, limited movements in the jaw, aching or pain in the face or neck, a clicking or popping noise in the joint, misaligned teeth caused by shifting of the jaw.

If you have any of these symptoms, you should seek out TMJ disorder relief as soon as possible. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment with a knowledgeable TMJ disorder specialist.

How Is TMJ Disorder Treated?

Most patients can treat their TMJ disorder using at-home remedies. Sticking to soft foods, reducing jaw movement and using jaw-stretching exercises are all things that you can do to treat TMJ disorder. Ice can be applied to the area to cut down on swelling. In addition, reducing the amount of stress you may be experiencing can help to prevent you from grinding or clenching your teeth. If you have TMJ disorder, you must avoid chewing on tough foods, such as beef jerky.

If at-home remedies do not help to improve your condition, you should seek professional treatment. At our practice, our team of experienced dentists can suggest over-the-counter medications or prescribe something that will give you relief. We often prescribe corticosteroids or ibuprofen to assist in relieving swelling and pain. Valium is another commonly prescribed medication, as it can help to relax your jaw muscles. Bite guards or stabilization splints may be recommended to stop teeth grinding.

In rare instances, TMJ disorder surgery or another procedure may be required to address your TMJ disorder. We may recommend corrective bite treatment to align your teeth. If the dentist finds that there is fluid in or around your joint, we may recommend arthrocentesis to drain it. Jaw joint replacement is a last-resort TMJ disorder cure that could be necessary. This is only recommended in severe cases of TMJ disorder.

Who Can I See to Diagnose TMJ Disorder?

If you believe you have TMJ disorder syndrome, you should visit a TMJ disorder specialist for proper diagnosis. Our skilled dental specialists will inspect your jaw for painful areas, tenderness, poor range of motion and swelling. This examination will help to determine the cause of your problem. X-rays and other imaging tests may also be utilized so the dentist can see your jaw structure.