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Identifying TMJ Symptoms can help Greenville area residents find relief

Chances are that at some point in your life you had a strange pain or ache that had no obvious cause. Many people every day suffer from ear or throat pain that they attribute to a common cold. Other people have chronic headaches that they believe are caused by stress. While these symptoms can be caused by a variety of conditions, they are also some of the common symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ disorder. By helping our guests identify signs of TMJ dysfunction early, we can help alleviate the pain associated with the disease.

Identifying TMJ Symptoms from Dentist in Greenville SC

What is TMJ?

The temporomandibular joint connects your jawbone to the skull and makes tasks like talking, eating, and yawning possible. People who have pain in the temporomandibular joint have a hard time performing these daily tasks, and find that simple tasks such as eating lunch or talking to someone become very painful.

Common symptoms of TMJ include:

  • Difficulty or pain when chewing
  • Difficulty opening and closing the mouth
  • Pain in or around the ears
  • Aching pain in the face
  • Pain or tenderness around the jaw
  • Ear ringing
  • Chronic headaches or migraines
  • Vertigo
  • Popping around the jaw joint
  • Pressure behind the eyes

TMJ does not always have a distinct cause; still, treatment can be very effective in eliminating pain. Without treatment, TMJ symptoms can continue to worsen and sometimes lead to the need for emergency dental care.

Treating TMJ

At Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, we provide integrated dental therapy for TMJ disorder that focuses on the underlying problem. By identifying and correcting the problem, we can help restore functionality and eliminate pain. Typically, treatment is multi-faceted. We may recommend standard appliance therapy to relieve the pressure on the joints. Additionally, we may recommend orthodontic treatment to realign the bite. Physical therapy and ultrasound therapy may also be appropriate in some situations.

If you feel like you may be experiencing some symptoms of TMJ disorder, we recommend calling our Greenville office to schedule a TMJ evaluation. By identifying and treating TMJ dysfunction early, we can help guests regain a healthy and normal life. Call us today at (864) 879-6494!

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Palmer Distinctive Dentistry

Palmer Distinctive Dentistry best dental office near Greenville, SC
John J. Palmer, DMD
Dr. Debra G. Adams, DMD Image
Debra G. Adams, DMD
Dr. Ashley Hurley, DMD Image
Ashley Hurley, DMD

At Palmer Distinctive Dentistry, we believe that oral health and overall wellness are linked. This is our focus when attending to our guests’ dental needs. Giving beautiful, healthy smiles to the residents of Greenville, SC is our goal.

Heading our team is Founder Dr. John J. Palmer, a Medical University of South Carolina School of Dentistry graduate. A dedicated holistic dentist and pioneer in advanced dentistry, he incorporates the latest technologies and IAOMT-certified methods and stays abreast of modern developments in biological dentistry.

Dr. Debra G. Adams received her Bachelor of Science from Huntingdon College in Montgomery, AL, and worked as a dental assistant, before graduating from dental school at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr Adams is SMART certified through the IAOMT and is dedicated to giving our guests the best treatment possible.

Dr. Ashley Hurley has been in private practice since 2020 and is thrilled to join our Palmer Distinctive Dentistry holistic dental office as a Dental Associate! Dr. Hurley earned her undergraduate degree from Louisiana State University (2012-2015), a certificate from the LECOM post-baccalaureate program, and her Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Roseman University College of Dental Medicine in 2020. Dr. Hurley has worked on multiple scientific projects. She has also volunteered in various ways for communal service over the years. She is excited to positively affect the Upstate community by serving you while assuring your trust is always in good hands.