TMJ Treatment – North Andover, MA

Find Relief from Jaw Pain

Dr. Beliveau can help diagnose and treat TMJ disorder so that your symptoms don’t continue to disrupt your life and cause you daily discomfort. If you’ve been suffering from jaw pain and dysfunction, we encourage you to call our office today to learn about TMJ treatment in North Andover. Our practice is uniquely positioned to help you, as we’re also partnered with local specialists to make sure you achieve the highest quality of care, regardless of the complexity of your case.

Why Choose E. Charles Beliveau, DDS for TMJ Treatment?

Dentist with 20+ Years of Experience
Partnered with Local Specialists for Streamlined Care
Extreme Attention to Detail for the Best Results

What is TMJ Disorder?

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The temporomandibular joints (TMJs) on either side of your head connect the lower jaw to the rest of the skull. They play a crucial role in allowing the free movement of your mouth when speaking or chewing. An injured or strained TMJ can lead to frequent jaw pain, headaches, and even occasional lockjaw, going on to impact your daily life. For some patients, TMJ disorder can be extremely disruptive and even lead to consequential dental problems. Our goal is to make sure that doesn’t happen.

Symptoms of TMJ Disorder

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TMJ disorder can sometimes be difficult to diagnose and treat because it can cause a wide range of symptoms. Some of the most common warning signs of TMJ disorder that we see include:

Lockjaw – when your jaw becomes locked in an open position.
Clicking or popping of the jaw joints whenever you open or close your mouth.
Jaw fatigue while chewing foods or during your dental cleanings.
Earaches, or a ringing sound in your ear.
Pain behind your eyes.
A change in your bite.
Teeth grinding, also known as bruxism.

If you experience one or more of these symptoms, schedule an examination with our team. We use advanced diagnostic imaging and our clinical knowledge to deliver effective and personalized treatment plans.

Occlusal Splints for TMJ Treatment

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After an initial evaluation of your jaw joints and a screening, our team will let you know whether you have TMJ disorder. If your situation isn’t extremely complex, we can typically treat it in-house with one of our customized occlusal splints in North Andover. These oral appliances are made by a trusted laboratory to fit and function as ideally as possible.

You should wear your splint as you sleep; it will shift your jaw joints into their ideal position, relieving strain and stress on your joints and facial muscles. This will help prevent tension headaches as well as minimize the prevalence of other TMJ symptoms you’re experiencing. Keep in mind that the effects of this treatment aren’t immediate, but many of our patients experience noticeable relief within a few weeks of use. As long as you’re consistent about wearing your TMJ oral appliance, it will continue to help you!