Advanced Treatment of TMJ Pain At Inspired Dental - Implant & Sedation Dentistry

Are you experiencing pain in your jaw or headaches when chewing? These are a few indicators of TMJ disorder. At Inspired Dental, our advanced Botox therapy offers an effective solution for TMJ pain, relieving jaw discomfort and providing personalized treatment for long-term relief.

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What is TMJ Disorder?

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a condition that causes pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movement. The temporomandibular joint is a hinge that connects your jawbone to your skull. It allows you to open and close your mouth, chew, and talk.
Any inflammation or misalignment of this joint might provoke symptoms such as the following:

• Continuous jaw pain and stiffness
• Headaches and migraines
• Clicking or popping in the jaw
• Trouble opening and closing the mouth
• Facial pain and earaches

If left untreated, TMJ disorder can worsen over time, leading to increased pain and dysfunction. If you are experiencing TMJ disorder symptoms, see a doctor or dentist to diagnose the condition and discuss treatment options. Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent the condition from becoming chronic.

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Botox for TMJ Release

Botox is a neurotoxin used to treat various medical conditions, including TMJ disorder. When injected into the jaw muscles, Botox relaxes them and reduces pain. It is also effective in reducing the frequency and severity of headaches associated with TMJ disorder.

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How Botox Relieves TMJ

• The treatment can be given in just a few tiny injections directly into the jaw muscles.
• Eases jaw pain, easing tension and associated pain and discomfort.
• Effects typically last 3–6 months with potential improvement in relief over multiple treatments.

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TMJ Treatment (including Botox for TMJ Release)

The most common causes of TMJ Disorder are jaw pain or tenderness accompanied by problems in chewing or speaking. Such pain can be caused by stress, bruxism, arthritis, or even the temporomandibular joint position. Inspired Dental provides TMJ treatments to eliminate all types of pains and restore the functioning of the jaws.

Botox is the best treatment for TMJ release. It can relax overactive jaw muscles that generate tension and pain, which trigger grinding when administered. Therefore, it reduces the frequency of pain and further irritation of the dentition and related structures by smoothing out muscle contractions and reducing tension in the jaw joint.

TMJ treatments that also entail Botox in therapy include:

• Nightguards or splints to prevent teeth from grinding or relaxing the jaw.
• To stop lifestyle habits causing TMJ pain.
• Physical therapy exercises with the jaws to improve and decrease stiffness.

Suppose you experience chronic jaw pain, clicking, or restricted movement. In that case, our experienced dentists can assess your condition and recommend the most appropriate TMJ treatment. Botox for TMJ is fast and minimally invasive, allowing for the recovery of TMJ pain and possible long-term comfort and restoration of jaw function.

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Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Kim-Vy Pham

• Originally from Saigon, Vietnam
• Graduate of UNLV School of Dental Medicine
• Background in aesthetics
• Focuses on patient comfort and natural-looking results

Dr. Jorge Marquez

• Fluent in Spanish
• Graduate of UNLV School of Dental Medicine
• Background in hospitality
• Emphasizes patient communication and comfort

Dr. Brigham Yang

• Graduate of Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD)
• Experience with U.S. Army dental service
• Fluent in Mandarin, French, and English
• Specializes in precision cosmetic work

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Patient Information

At Inspired Dental, we care about comfort and concern. Whether it is TMJ treatment or routine care, we help people with a comfortable environment by tailoring every plan of treatment for each one of them.

• Insurance and Financing Options: We take PPO insurance and flexible financing through CareCredit and LendingPoint.
• Comfort-Focused Care: We offer sedation for those patients who are dental anxious.
• Advanced Technology: Our office utilizes the most advanced diagnostic and treatment technology for quality services.

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First Visit

Your first visit to Inspired Dental will be a general overview of your dental health and what to expect for treatment. If diagnosed with TMJ discomfort, we make sure that we evaluate you with the following steps:

• Comprehensive Oral Evaluation
• Jaw Function & Bite Assessment
• Personalized Treatment Recommendations

We are here to give you the best care possible, ensuring each patient leaves us with a healthier, pain-free smile.

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Flexible Payment & Financing Options

We do not believe dental care should ever be out of reach due to its expense. So, at Inspired Dental, we have worked out flexible payment and financing options that make dental care accessible and affordable for all.

• Insurance Assistance: We accept most major dental insurance plans and work hard to maximize your benefits.
• CareCredit & Cherry Financing: Multiple financing options for every budget offer lower monthly payments.
• Proceed Finance: Extended payment plans for comprehensive and high-cost treatment.
• Credit card payment: We will take Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover credit cards.