TMD Treatment - High Dental

TMD Treatment
Elsternwick, Caulfiled & Surrounds

Putting Patients First

Relief From Jaw Pain & TMD Treatment at High Dental

Say goodbye to jaw discomfort and headaches. At High Dental in Elsternwick targets the root causes of TMJ dysfunction—such as grinding, clenching or a misaligned bite—and provides personalised care, including custom occlusal splints and gentle pain-relief therapies. High Dental team offers treatment options aimed at managing jaw discomforts following clinical assessments.

What is TMD?

TMD (temporomandibular disorder) is a debilitating condition that can have a significant impact on your daily life. It affects the jaw joint and/or associated muscles. Symptoms may include:

What causes TMD?

There are many different causes of TMD. Often, it is a combination of factors that lead to the condition. These include:

stress,
poor bite form,
anatomical deformities of the jaw joint,
arthritis,
grinding and/or clenching, and
dental fillings that interfere with your bite.

How is TMD treated?

Initially, TMD is treated conservatively. This may involve:

An occlusal splint can help to relax your jaw muscles which can relieve, even eliminate, symptoms. At High Dental, we design and make custom occlusal splints in-house.

When conservative measures are not effective, we offer:

It is important to have an in-depth discussion with your dentist to identify what may be causing your problem. Proper diagnosis and prompt treatment of TMD are essential for providing relief to the pain.

High Dental is a TMJ specialist in Elsternwick, Melbourne. To get assistance with treatment for TMD, schedule an appointment with us today.