Signs and Symptoms of TMJ

James E Sullivan DDS is a Fort Washington TMJ dentist who can provide you with relief from pain or discomfort in your jaw or face. If you live in the 20744 area and think that you may have this disorder, call (301) 248-8080 to schedule a consultation.

Here are the Signs and Symptoms of TMJ

Popping sounds when you open your jaw.
Pain or discomfort when you chew.
Difficulty opening your jaw all the way.
Soreness in your jaw.
Facial pain.
Headaches.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ or TMD) is a condition that impacts millions of people, often without a discernable cause. As a TMJ dentist, we know that patients frequently suffer from it due to grinding or clenching their teeth at night. The jaw muscle has incredible strength, so the force of constantly clenching or grinding can create considerable stress that leads to soreness, discomfort, or pain. When the condition is allowed to continue, the symptoms tend to progressively get worse until some people have difficulty chewing or even opening their jaw all the way. This is why it is so important to seek help once you have identified signs and symptoms of TMJ.

As a TMJ dentist, James E Sullivan DDS can examine you and fit you for a night guard. This guard can be worn while you sleep in order to prevent your teeth from touching. By eliminating the possibility of grinding or clenching, you should begin to experience immediate relief. To learn more or to have your own night guard created, call our Fort Washington, MD dentist office at (301) 248-8080.