Pearland Dentist         Glenn A Garrison DDS FAGD         Family Dentistry

Westside Dental Center

5523 West Broadway = Pearland TX = 77581 = (281) 997-2001
 



Disorder symptoms of TMJ
 

= Jaw pain or soreness, more noticeable in the morning or afternoon
= Jaw pain while chewing, biting, or yawning
= Earache without an infection, sometimes spreading into the face
= Soreness in front of the ear
= A clicking or grinding noise while opening and closing your mouth
= Difficulty opening and closing your mouth
= A stiff jaw when eating, talking, or yawning
= Sensitive teeth without any signs of dental problems
= Aching on the side of the head and neck pain
= A burning sensation in the mouth/tongue
= Grinding of your teeth
= Restricted range of jaw movement or "locking" of the jaw in an open or closed position

A thorough dental examination is the first step toward finding a solution.  Depending on the diagnosis, treatments may include reshaping teeth, bite guards, and muscle relaxants.

Call us at (281) 997-2001 for more information about TMJ and jaw pain.
 

 

 
 

 


TMJ - Temporomandibular Disorders
In Pearland Texas and the surrounding
Friendswood - Alvin - Manvel - Rosharon TX areas.