TMJ Treatment in Sydney CBD
What is TMJ Dysfunction?
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) dysfunction or disorder relates to a number of health issues resulting from a misalignment of the jaw joint.
Nearly 70% of people will appear to have some form of TMJ Dysfunction. However, only 5-12% will have any related medical symptoms serious enough to require treatment. TMJ is officially known as Temporomandibular Dysfunction (TMD) but most refer to it as just TMJ.
Are you stressed, grinding your teeth or waking up with a sore jaw? These can be signs of TMJ dysfunction. Dr Finkelstein is trained in identifying and treating TMJ dysfunction, and has helped patients relieve TMJ pain for over 20 years using proven techniques.
TMJ Dysfunction FAQ's
What are symptoms of TMJ Dysfunction?
A range of symptoms are triggered by a misalignment of the TMJ. Some may be minor but other serious issues may develop which can disrupt day everyday life and become unbearable such as:
Headaches
Tension headaches that feel like a throbbing sensation in a ring around the head, like wearing a hat a few sizes too small. These can sometimes be mistaken to migraines.
Clicking jaw
A clicking, popping or snapping sound in the jaw joint almost always accompanies TMJ Dysfunction.
Jaw or ear pain
Sustained and severe pain in the jaw or ear can often related to an issue with the TMJ being misaligned.
Neck and Shoulder Pain
An incorrect bite (either under bite or overbite) can cause abnormalities in the jaws position with the skull. The jaw is then twisted into a strained position that triggers pain in the muscles of the neck, shoulders, and back
Tinnitus
Ringing in the ears can often caused by a strained bite due to a misalignment of the jaw. Tinnitus is often misdiagnosed and is frequently treated ineffectively or not at all. If you suffer from tinnitus it is worth ruling out TMJ dysfunction as the cause.
What are the causes of TMJ Dysfunction?
Stress
Tense muscles in the neck and jaw brought on by stress can cause the TMJ to become misaligned and lead to dysfunction.
A blow to the jaw
A trauma to the jaw area can knock the TMJ out of alignment
Incorrect bite
An incorrect bite (known as malocclusion) can put strain on the jaw joint.
Grinding teeth
Excessive grinding of teeth creates constantly tense jaw muscles which can disrupt the TMJ.
How much does TMJ treatment cost?
Costs will depend on the course of TMJ treatment. This can vary greatly from the issuing of muscle exercises to surgery. The first step is to get a diagnosis for TMJ so that you can be confident that your pain can be addressed with TMJ treatment.
Book your initial TMJ Consultation today
Your first visit is a 45-minute consultation with Dr Finkelstein. Not every patient needs scans or a referral. If you do, he may refer you for scans of the jaw joint at an external radiology clinic, or to a specialist such as an osteopath or ENT.
Your follow-up appointment is included in the $280. At that visit, Dr Finkelstein goes through your scans and the radiologist’s report with you.
Scans and specialist appointments are separate and charged directly by those providers.
only $280
TMJ consultation, including your follow-up appointment
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Over 20 years dedicated to TMJ, conveniently located in the heart of Sydney.
Dr Finkelstein’s approach provides a 360-degree analysis of your jaw, which allows him to identify what is causing your TMJ to malfunction. His 5-step approach looks for the root cause of your TMJ issues and puts a plan in place to relieve TMJ pain.
His philosophy starts and ends with what is best for you and the long-term health of your jaw and overall wellbeing.
Your TMJ treatment with Dr Finkelstein
Treatment 1
Bite guard
Treatment 2
Neuromuscular dentistry
Our neuromuscular dentist techniques explore the intricate relationship between the bones, joints, muscles, and nerves in the face and neck. They aim to relieve tension in the jaw and connected muscles by repositioning the bite.
While neuromuscular dentistry does not claim to treat neck, back, shoulder, or arm pain directly, a realignment of the bite can alleviate pain in many areas of the body
Treatment 3
Jaw exercises
Treatment 4
Muscle relaxants
Treatment 5
Surgery
Payment Options at Dr Finkelstein Dentist
- Visa & Mastercard - We do not charge you merchant fees on credit cards.
- Health Funds - We offer pay-the-gap only when you bring your health fund card along.
- Afterpay - Get treated now, pay later!
Are you suffering from TMJ symptoms?
Get a professional diagnosis with Dr Finkelstein Dental to begin treatment towards TMJ pain relief.
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