TMJ Chronic Pain
For Patients
Struggling with Chronic Pain?
At the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Montana, we specialize in diagnosing and treating chronic pain associated with Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized care to help you find relief and improve your quality of life.
Understanding Chronic Pain in Relation to TMJ
Chronic pain refers to persistent discomfort or pain that lasts for more than three months. When it comes to TMJ disorders, this pain is often linked to dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. TMJ disorders can lead to a range of chronic pain symptoms, including headaches, facial pain, earaches, and neck or shoulder pain. This pain can become debilitating, affecting your ability to eat, speak, and even sleep.
Symptoms of TMJ-Related Chronic Pain
Common symptoms of chronic pain related to TMJ disorders include:
- Persistent Jaw Pain: A dull ache or sharp pain in the jaw joint that doesn’t go away.
- Headaches: Frequent headaches, especially in the temples or around the ears, that may be mistaken for migraines.
- Facial Pain: Pain or tenderness in the face, often around the jawline, cheeks, or eyes.
- Earaches: Pain or discomfort in and around the ears, sometimes accompanied by ringing (tinnitus).
- Neck and Shoulder Pain: Tightness, stiffness, or pain in the neck and shoulders that may radiate from the jaw.
- Difficulty Chewing or Speaking: Pain or discomfort when using the jaw, making it difficult to chew food or speak.
How Our Services Can Help
We are dedicated to providing specialized care for those suffering from chronic pain due to TMJ disorders. Our experienced team takes a comprehensive approach, focusing on identifying the underlying causes of your pain and creating a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. With advanced diagnostic tools and a variety of effective treatment options, we are committed to helping you achieve lasting relief and a better quality of life.
Your comfort and well-being are at the heart of everything we do. Ready to take the first step toward relief? Contact us today to Schedule a Consultation and start your journey to a pain-free life.
Learn what our patients have to say
about the TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centre of Montana
Rae Tcherneshoff2020-11-19My treatment has been nothing short of life changing. I have struggled with TMJ issues for about 10 years and it got much worse in the last year. After treatment here, I can now chew on both sides of my mouth, open my jaw all the way, no more clicking or popping, and finally no pain or ringing ears. I was skeptical at first, but Dr. VanDkye REALLY knows what she’s talking about and all the women in the office are so helpful!Josie Gordon2019-08-25Dr VanDyke is so knowledgeable and well educated in Sleep Disorders. She is a wonderful, caring, compassionate person. The staff is so friendly and nice that I look forward to going to the office! They are an incredible group of women😇☀️😃Cheri Waring2019-07-19I started with TMJ &Sleep Therapy Center in June this year. I was grinding teeth with mouth pieces made at the dentist offices that didn't help with my other issues. HEADACHES, not sleeping, jaw popping, pain in right ear, sinus issues. I was hoping only for help with headaches and sleep, and grinding. I recieved my more than ever expected. I sleep through the night, headache free, popping gone. Mouth pieces are so different than others I have had made. They truly gave me my life back. Thank you!Norman G.2019-07-11The staff is wonderful, and so knowledgeable. My wife had been suffering for a long time with jaw pain, none of the medical doctors were able to help her. Finally, after treatment she has had no more pain and life is good!Lenora Snider2019-06-12Very helpful, knowledgeable, friendly. Made sure you understand everything that you have discussed .