TMJ Treatment Jupiter

Can TMJ disorders be permanently cured?

It’s natural to wonder whether TMJ disorders can be permanently cured rather than simply managed, but the answer can depend on the cause, severity, and treatment for your condition.

For example, if you’ve been grinding your teeth more frequently during a period of higher stress than usual, there’s a chance your discomfort could dissipate when things return to normal. Otherwise, you’ll likely require treatment to reduce the impact of your symptoms.

While some dentists offer short-term solutions for discomfort, such as BOTOX injections, our team provides longer-lasting results with oral appliances or occlusal adjustments that slightly alter the biting surfaces of your teeth.

How long do oral appliances take to treat TMJ?

Different oral appliances, such as occlusal splints, night guards, retainers, and other devices, can help reposition your jaw to reduce pressure on the joints, allowing them to rest and recover.

These typically must be worn every night for a few weeks to several months to improve your condition, though some patients must wear them ongoing for lasting relief. You will likely notice that symptoms gradually diminish rather than suddenly disappear all at once.

How long do occlusal adjustments take to treat TMJ?

Our team can slightly lengthen your enamel with dental bonding, which involves placing color-matched composite resin on your teeth to increase their surface area to ensure your upper and lower arches touch where they should when you bite down. We can also remove a small amount of enamel to shorten them, depending on your unique needs.

Most patients experience relief relatively soon after these adjustments, but you might require touch-ups depending on whether the initial changes are effective. For example, while you might experience complete relief after just one adjustment, others might require 2 or 3 to ensure that their biting force is more evenly distributed along their arches.

Is TMJ treatment expensive?

Your total invoice depends on the service(s) required to address your condition, so it can vary from person to person. Our team will provide a detailed estimate once we’ve examined your mouth, discussed your circumstances, and devised a customized treatment plan to meet your unique needs.

We are in-network with a few large PPO dental insurance providers and can potentially work with out-of-network policies to include any potentially applicable benefits. But you’re not alone if you’re uninsured and concerned about the cost of treatment.

We don’t want your current financial situation to prevent you from improving your dental health and daily comfort. If you’re worried about affording services, you might benefit from one of these options:

• In-House Dental Membership Club. For a flat annual or monthly fee, you receive routine exams and cleanings, X-rays, oral cancer screenings, and a 15% discount on other procedures we offer.
• Flexible Financing. We also gladly accept low- to no-interest flexible payment plans through CareCredit, Proceed Finance, and Sunbit, which let you divide your total payment into more manageable installments over a designated period.