Live a Pain-free, Healthy Life with TMJ Pain Treatment

Persistent jaw pain and headaches can affect mood, sleep, and concentration. At Randal S. Elloway DDS, Inc., we are excited to offer TMJ pain treatment in our two offices in Red Bluff and Chico, California. TMJ pain doesn’t have to define your days. Visit Dr. Randal S. Elloway and his team today and take the first step towards a healthy, pain-free lifestyle.

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What is TMJ disorder (TMD)?

TMJ pain refers to discomfort in the temporomandibular joints (TMJs)—the two hinge-like joints on each side of your face. These joints connect your jawbone to your skull and allow you to chew, speak, yawn, and move your jaw smoothly. When the TMJs or surrounding muscles become strained, injured, or inflamed, it can lead to several unpleasant symptoms.

Some include:

  • Jaw pain, tenderness, or stiffness
  • Clicking and popping sounds
  • Difficulty opening or closing your mouth
  • Tension headaches
  • Earaches or ringing in the ears (tinnitus)

Living with TMJ pain can wreak havoc on your health and comfort. Luckily, Dr. Elloway can help you live a painless lifestyle. We have helped countless patients live without pain and can’t wait to help you.

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What causes TMJ disorder (TMD)?

The most common cause of TMJ pain is chronic grinding and clenching (bruxism). This poor oral habit causes tension and stress on your jaw joints and muscles, resulting in unpleasant symptoms.

Other common causes of TMJ dysfunction include:

  • Misaligned teeth or bite
  • Stress
  • Jaw trauma
  • Inflammation or infections

Even mild TMJ discomfort should be evaluated early to prevent it from worsening. Early intervention ensures your case is cheaper and easier to treat.

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How do we treat TMJ pain?

Chronic jaw pain can affect your everyday life. However, this shouldn’t be the case because Dr. Elloway offers several TMD treatment options.

These include:

  • Oral appliance therapy: A customized oral appliance is recommended to be worn at night. A nightguard manages teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism) and encourages the jaw to rest in a healthier position. Over time, this can ease muscle tension and reduce unpleasant symptoms. Patients love our TMJ mouthguards because of their simplicity, effectiveness, and non-invasiveness.
  • Lifestyle management: Stress, posture, and daily habits can all contribute to TMJ pain. Stress management, a diet of softer foods, and maintaining correct posture may be recommended to help manage TMJ disorder.
  • Orthodontics: Misaligned teeth can cause your jaw joints and muscles to overwork to compensate for imbalances. Orthodontic treatment can correct a misaligned bite to reduce uneven pressure on the jaw joints.

Can TMJ pain be cured?

Whether TMJ pain can be fully cured depends on its underlying cause. In many cases, symptoms improve significantly with targeted treatment and lifestyle changes. Some cases may require long-term management to keep discomfort under control, especially when the condition is more complex. The good news is that even patients with complicated TMJ issues can enjoy comfortable, effective treatment that restores function and quality of life.

Do you need TMJ pain treatment?

Find freedom from TMJ pain with proven, non-surgical treatments at Randal S. Elloway DDS, Inc. Don’t wait—call our Red Bluff office at (530) 527-6777 or Chico office at (530) 877-4994 today and reclaim your comfort and quality of life.

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