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TMJ disorder

TMJ disorder (or Temporo-Mandibular Joint dysfunction) is where the joint that allows the jaw to open and close is misaligned or overworked.

Problems with the function of this joint are common, with symptoms including joint pain, clicking or popping of the jaw, limited opening, earaches and headaches.

It can be caused by:

  • Unbalanced bite
  • Unbalanced dental work
  • Increased muscle activity
  • Increased sensitivity to pain
  • Wear and tear to the inside of the joint
  • Certain types of arthritis
  • Injury

Recommended treatment for TMJ disorder is dependent on individual circumstances, considering the severity of the problem and the cause. Common treatments include:

  • Rest
  • Exercises
  • Physical Therapy
  • Pain Killers
  • Habit control - with the use of night time splits
  • Use of a bite splint to help the jaw muscles relax
  • Manual adjustment of the bite by grinding the teeth - occlusal adjustment
  • Reconstructive dentistry
  • Orthodontics

Your Lynn Road Dental Practice dentist will examine the physical functionality of the joint, as well as the internal health of the soft tissue within the mouth. X-rays and scans may also be used in order to obtain a full overview of functionality and determine the best course of treatment for your individual case.

If you are suffering from joint pain or have any concerns with your jaw function, give us a call on 01553 767543 to book a consultation today.

Meet the team

Khem Joshi

Dentist

GDC NO. 84097

Brais Vila Brana

Dentist

GDC NO. 238167

Jay Patel

Dentist

GDC NO. 278587

Tracey Ramsavas

Dentist

GDC NO. 78625

Jolanta Markiewicz-Mroz

Dentist

GDC NO. 84978

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286 Reviews

5.0

20th May 2025

Brais is a fantastic dentist, puts me totally at ease and has cured my string phobia of dentists with his excellent manner and his kindness, as well as how well he explains everything and is so calming. An absolute asset to the practice and the profession

20th May 2025

Friendly dentist, friendly staff, treatments are always professional and patients first. Great with kids as a family dentist, clean efficient.

20th May 2025

The dentist was fantastic and so kind and thorough

18th May 2025

Excellent team, the dentist, dental nurse, receptionist and hygienist were fabulous, always get wonderful service

17th May 2025

Tracey always makes me feel very relaxed & explains everything about the treatment before she starts. All staff are very friendly & polite

16th May 2025

This was a new hygienist who I had never met before. She was extremely friendly and chatty, and by the end of the appointment it felt like we had been friends for years. What a lovely lady she is. And so thorough but gentle with my old teeth.

14th May 2025

All staff are excellent.

14th May 2025

as along term patients my wife now deceased have never felt anxious about attending the clinic in fact we regarded it as a normal event .

14th May 2025

I Broke a bit off one of my back teeth, and my lovely Dentist sorted it out for me, they are such a good team at this Practice, I have been a patient there for many years and I don't know what I would have done without them. Thank you all so very much for such a great service xx

8th May 2025

Everyone dentist and reception staff are all very efficient helpful and very nice which helps an unpleasant procedure a little more unpleasant

8th May 2025

Great treatment, friendly staff

8th May 2025

Great experience overall and Thank you to the Dr. Brais Vila Brana - you are the best!

7th May 2025

Mo and his nurse were kind, caring and totally attentive when listening to my explanations. I was made to feel they had time for me.

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Lisa Johnson

Absolutely brilliant.......

6th May 2025

My dentist keeps me informed of progress throughout the treatment, and explain what he will be doing and why before he starts. He and his assistants make for a relaxed atmosphere which helps too.

4th May 2025

Staff are really polite and make you feel at ease

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Sarah B

Absolutely wonderful. I broke a piece off my tooth a couple of weeks ago and couldn't get an appointment quickly anywhere except this lovely place. They got me in and did a temporary filling because I was in pain, until I went back a week later for the proper filling. The lady dentist and her assistant were brilliant, the dentist even did a little filing on another tooth that had an issue. Everyone was friendly and I'm hoping to stay at this dentist in the future. Their kindness and attention to detail was second to none. (Considering the cost would have been the same at Purfleet, this dentist was head and shoulders above their 'service'). Thank you all.

30th April 2025

Usually the appointments go smoothly although as a long term patient, I pre make my 6 month appointment and pay a monthly insurance so those things cause less time at checkout desk.

30th April 2025

Kind, helpful and friendly staff.Clean surgeryDidn’t have to wait longReception staff friendly

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Michael Plumb

My children have been seeing Khem for about 10 years now he honestly is the nicest dentist ever.

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