Treatment for Bruxism (persistent tooth grinding), TMD and other TMJ related issues
TMJ related issuesTemporomandibular joint disorder
TMD (also known as TMJD) is a problem affecting the ‘chewing’ muscles and the joints between the lower jaw and the base of the skull. It can be extremely painful, debilitating and often affect the quality of your life. Patients with related issues often complain that it affects their ability to properly eat, sleep, talk, and live their general day-to-day lives.
Dr Khanna has been working on treatment for TMD and bruxism for many years and is now a leading global advocate for this treatment, teaching this treatment to doctors all over the world. If you are suffering with TMD or other related issues such as extreme pain in the jaw, neck, back or shoulders, this treatment could be perfect for you.
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NHS TMD Patient Information
Symptoms of Bruxism & TMD
1 in 7 people will suffer with TMD related symptoms such as;
- Jaw ache/clicking jaw
- Lock jaw/inability to open properly
- Headaches/migraines
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Upper, mid, or lower back pain
- Sleep disruption (both to you and your partner)
- Worn down/sensitive teeth
- Earache
What does the treatment involve?
During your consultation, we will look at not only your teeth and how you bite, but also the muscles around the jaw, neck and shoulders. Depending on your specific circumstances, we have a variety of treatment options on offer here at DrBK, and your treatment plan can include any one or a combination of the following treatments:
Muscle relaxing injections
The injections involve targeting the affected surrounding muscles and relaxing them, which relieves the pain. This is usually a short-term solution and there may be an underlying problem that should be addressed for the long-term treatment.
Bespoke DrBK splint
If your TMJ issues are caused by dental issues, such as a misaligned jaw (which can be caused by many factors including ageing), you may be given a bespoke BK splint to wear at night. This is a newly designed splint, different to any traditional splint. It’s custom made for each patient and helps correct any contributing dental issues, providing a long-term solution.
Painless non-thermal laser therapy
Where appropriate, we use Erchonia’s incredible FX635 and EVRL pain management laser devices to target pain and inflammation in specific areas. The painless laser is applied to the affected areas to help alleviate pain without the need for injectables or oral medications. Learn more about our laser therapy here.
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What is TMD?
TMD stands for temporomandibular disorder and is a condition that affects the movement of the jaw and can be extremely painful, causing issues with eating, sleeping and talking. TMD includes bruxism and over 30 other conditions.
