TMD Symptoms/Treatment

While symptoms of TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder) vary, the most common symptoms include:

  • Dull pain in the jaw joint or surrounding areas
  • Problems using the jaw or inability to open the mouth comfortably
  • Clicking or grating sounds from the jaw joint
  • Locking of the jaw upon opening the mouth
  • A bite that feels uncomfortable or misaligned
  • Headache or neck, shoulder or back pain
  • Swelling of the jaw or on the side of the face
  • Dizziness
  • Ringing in ears or hearing loss

Treatment for TMD involves relaxation of the jaw muscles and restoration of the jaw joint back to its unstrained position. This can involve the utilization of plastic appliances or other adjustment of the teeth to correct any misalignments of the bite.

If TMD has been present a long time or if the patient is suffering severe trauma, more involved medical or dental procedures may be required. Because untreated TMD may result in increasing discomfort or arthritis of the jaw joint, early detection is the goal.

"I have had a history of cavities as far back as I can recall. Whenever I'd go in for my teeth cleaning and checkup, the dentist would inform me I had new cavities. Since coming to Aesthetic Dental Spa, and Dr. Naini, that lifelong relationship with cavities has ended. My teeth are healthier than ever!"


– Leah and Cliff (NFL Player) Russell

If you or a loved one is experiencing symptoms of TMD, please contact us today to schedule a consultation. Dr. Naini has been improving the smiles of patients in for Tyson's Corner, Vienna, Reston, Oakton, Herndon, Great Falls, McLean, Greenway, Potomac, Falls Church, Fairfax, Dunn Loring, Arlington, Annandale, Alexandria, and Cabin John, and Washington D.C. for over ten years.

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Alex M. Naini, DDS
Aesthetic Dental Spa
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