Stages of TMJTMJ is defined as a disease that negatively impacts the jaw joint, or muscles around the joint. The muscles surrounding the jaw joint are responsible for jaw mobility and dental occlusion, which refers to the contact between the teeth.
Stage 1 of TMJ DysfunctionThe first stage of TMJ is marked by of a mild and inconsistent clicking of the jaw. Usually, there is relatively no pain when TMJ begins. If you notice a clicking or popping of the jaw, then you should visit our TMJ Treatment Center located in Danbury, CT. If you are only in this early stage of TMJ, then we can treat you with much less expensive procedures.
Stage 2 of TMJ DysfunctionWhen your jaw clicks or pops more frequently, this typically indicates that the TMJ disease has worsened and developed into stage two. While patients often do not experience pain in the first stage of TMJ, there is severe and consistent pain in stage two. Due to this increase in jaw pain, we strongly urge people to come to the CT TMJ Treatment Center for an evaluation.
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Stage 3 of TMJ Dysfunction: Most Jaw PainStage three occurs when your mouth clicks upon both opening and closing. Be wary of this distinction because its a serious sign that your TMJ dysfunction is getting worse.
Our TMJ Treatment Center in CT often receives the most inquiries from people who are in this third stage because it is undoubtedly the most painful stage. Not only does the jaw pain affect your facial muscles and teeth, but it can also cause severe headaches. Stage 4 of TMJ Dysfunction: Least Jaw PainStage four occurs when the disc no longer relocates and when the jaw only clicks rarely. Many people mistakenly think that their TMJ is cured when they enter this stage.
Do not let this sudden absence of pain fool you. The pain experienced in stage three only disappears because the disc is no longer in the correct spot. Furthermore, the dislocated disc exposes the jaw joint, and as a result, this bone on bone contact begins to wear the joint itself. Stage four is when the more severe TMJ symptoms occur such as intense jaw pain, severe headaches or migraines, and difficulty chewing. |
The CT TMJ Treatment Center's Resolution to TMJ Pain
At the CT TMJ Treatment Center we offer treatments for each stage of TMJ dysfunction. For instance, a patient with chronic headaches and migraines would likely be in stage four, and therefore, would be treated with revitalization dentistry. On the other hand, a person with mild popping of the jaw could be treated with an invisible mouth appliance.
Schedule your TMJ evaluation today by contacting the CT TMJ Treatment Center or calling us at (203)-779-6094. Do not wait until your TMJ dysfunction progresses. We have been handling TMJ treatments in CT for many years and have quite a following. In fact, our services are so popular that we decided to separate our dental practice from our TMJ treatment center. Although both our dental and TMJ services are performed in the same office, they are certainly not done in the same fashion.
We believe many people suffering from TMJ pain use our services because we focus on curing TMJ dysfunction, not merely masking the pain. Our dental office in Danbury, CT is also focused on a integrated health approach to dental work.
Schedule your TMJ evaluation today by contacting the CT TMJ Treatment Center or calling us at (203)-779-6094. Do not wait until your TMJ dysfunction progresses. We have been handling TMJ treatments in CT for many years and have quite a following. In fact, our services are so popular that we decided to separate our dental practice from our TMJ treatment center. Although both our dental and TMJ services are performed in the same office, they are certainly not done in the same fashion.
We believe many people suffering from TMJ pain use our services because we focus on curing TMJ dysfunction, not merely masking the pain. Our dental office in Danbury, CT is also focused on a integrated health approach to dental work.