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TMD & TMJ Treatment in Sumter, SC
If You Are Looking for TMD & TMJ Treatments in Sumter, SC, Call Wesmark Family Dentistry.
TMJ or TMD stands for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction / Disorder. TMJ issues are present in 20 to 30 percent of the adult population, mostly between the ages of 20 and 40.
Women tend to have TMJ issues more than men, and tension headaches are a common symptom of TMJ related problems. If your tension headache is caused by TMJ, it’s usually due to stress from the misalignment of the jaw joint, and jaw and surrounding muscles experiencing stress due to the misalignment. A TMD / TMJ Treatment option from Wesmark Family Dentistry in Sumter, SC may be right for you.
Common Issues for TMD & TMJ Treatment:
- Jaw pain
- Muscle tenderness
- Facial swelling
- Grinding, popping, or clicking sounds
- Jaw locking in position
- Frequent headaches or migraines
- Difficulty biting or chewing
At Wesmark Family Dentistry in Sumter, SC our dentists will perform a series of tests to diagnose the cause of your headaches or other symptoms suspected of being related to TMJ. You’ll receive a personalized TMD / TMJ treatment plan to remedy your specific condition.
