CLINICS MENU < Go to Specialty & Emerging TMJ Therapy You may be able to relieve your headaches, jaw pain, or tinnitus right here. What is TMJ? An estimated 10 million Americans suffer from TMJ disorder, which is caused by bite misalignment that originates at the TMJ (temporomandibular joint). This is the joint that connects your top and bottom jawbone. People who suffer from TMJ experience aggravating symptoms, often without realizing their dentist could provide relief. Common TMJ symptoms include: Chronic headaches Migraines Popping, clicking, pain, or sensitivity in the jaw Tooth pain or sensitivity Tinnitus (ringing) in the ears Chronic pain in the neck or shoulders Treating TMJ Typically, TMJ headache therapy treatment follows these three steps: Relieving Muscle Spasms and Pain. Our immediate concern is to provide relief of your symptoms. We use a technology called ULF-TENS to help with pain relief by stimulating the body's production of endorphins, which is a natural anesthetic. Stabilizing the Bite. A temporary device known as an orthotic is often worn over the teeth. This device, which is made of acrylic, allows your dentist to make easy adjustments to align and stabilize your bite without directly adjusting the teeth. Once TMJ symptoms have dissipated and the bite has been stabilized, we will move on to the next step and permanently adjust your bite to the correct position. Long-Term Management. There are a variety of ways to correct your bite in a more permanent way. Once we’ve relieved your initial pain and stabilized your bite, we’re likely to take one of the following paths: Coronoplasty, Removable Overlay Partial Dentures, Reconstruction or Orthodontics. Long Term Management Options Coronoplasty Removable Overlay Partial Dentures Reconstruction Orthodontics Real Patients Real Reviews As a brand new patient everything went very well and I was extremely satisfied! Kathryn E. This place is 100x better than any other dentist I've been to and I thought I had a good dentist already. I appreciate the care you provide me and my family. Nadia F. Patient I've always hated going to the dentist but not anymore! Katie K. Schedule your Free Consultation at our Downtown Madison Location If you are interested in learning more, you can call us schedule a free TMJ consultation, where you can meet the dentist, learn more about the process, and discuss the treatment you may need. There’s absolutely no charge and no obligation to see if TMJ therapy is the right choice for you. Learn more about our Madison Downtown location or call us at 608.251.3535 to schedule your consultation now. View Location Early Orthodontic Care May 12, 2021 Did you know that the American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children have a checkup with an orthodontic specialist beginning at seven years old? If you remember getting braces in your tweens and teens, seven may sound young; however, orthodontists can now detect subtle tooth and jaw development issues much earlier—even while a child’s baby teeth are still present. Read More First Choice Dental is a privately-owned dental practice with 11 locations in Dane County, Wisconsin. Careers Pay Online Refer a Friend Blog Locations Find a Location Fitchburg Madison Downtown Madison East Marling Madison UW Campus Madison West Middleton Stoughton Sun Prairie Sun Prairie North Verona Waunakee Services General Dentistry Overview Preventative Care Family Dentistry Pediatrics Restorative Care Overview Periodontics Crowns Root Canals Implants, Bridges & Dentures Cosmetic Dentistry Overview Teeth Whitening Porcelain Veneers Invisalign Orthodontics Overview Braces Invisalign Ortho FAQ The Ortho Process New Patient Consultation Request Specialty & Emerging Overview Oral Surgery TMJ Therapy Sleep Apnea & Snoring Therapy Sedation Dentistry Emergency Emergency Care Copyright First Choice Dental 2021. By using this website, you’ve agreed to our Privacy Policy. Schedule an Appointment