As an expert Edwards, Frisco, Lafayette and Arvada orthodontist, Dr. Bishop has helped numerous patients with their painful TMJ or TMD jaw symptoms. If you struggling with pops, clicks, aches, or pain in your jaw, then we invite you to schedule a free exam and consultation at one of our state-of-the-art orthodontic offices in Colorado.
We often hear patients referring to their jaw pain as “having TMJ.” However, TMJ refers to the specific “temporomandibular joint,” while TMD describes the pain you experience in this joint, as a result of “temporomandibular disorder.”
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a small joint located in front of the ear where the skull and lower jaw meet, allowing the lower jaw to move. The teeth on your upper and lower jaws typically work in pairs, so when you chew or bite down, the pressure on your joint is distributed evenly. TMD can occur if crooked or missing teeth cause you to have an uneven bite balance. Chronic tooth grinding also causes TMD, due to excessive pressure on the joints of your jaw causing irritation and inflammation.
Patients with TMD can experience a number of different symptoms. You should consult our Edwards, Frisco, Lafayette and Arvada orthodontist, if you experience any of the following:
While TMD is a common cause of persistent jaw pain, it’s not the only one. Other possible reasons for jaw pain can include tooth decay, infections and abscesses, gum disease, and other issues. If you are experiencing jaw pain, the best way to identify the underlying cause and find relief is to see our orthodontist at Bishop Orthodontics.
If you have symptoms of TMD and would like to schedule an appointment with our office for further evaluation, call 970.926.2666. To make your appointment online, click here. If TMD is diagnosed, Dr. Bishop will discuss different options to realign and re-balance your teeth and bite in order to reduce uneven strain on the jaw joints.
Come experience Bishop Orthodontics! You will see for yourself that our Edwards, Frisco, Lafayette and Arvada orthodontist offers 5-star-rated TMD and TMJ treatment in Edwards, Frisco, Lafayette, Arvada, Avon, Vail, Breckenridge, Silverthorne, Eagle and Gypsum, CO – and we do it all with a smile.
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Orthodontic Office
34237 HWY 6 Suite 105
Edwards, CO 81632
970.926.2666
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360 Peak One Drive Suite 380
Frisco, CO 80443
970.668.2525
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300 Exempla Circle
Lafayette, CO 80026
303.487.8000
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7975 Allison Way
Arvada, CO 80005
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