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TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction)

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All about TMJ at Modern Dental Studio

All about TMJ at Modern Dental Studio

What is TMJ?

Hi Dr. Tripthi Shetty, welcome to Modern Dental Studio.

TMJ, Temporomandibular Joint is a joint that holds the lower jaw to the skull. It is held by the tendons, and there is a disk in between.

What are the symptoms of TMJ?

TMJ pain disorder comes in various forms.

Some people may have pain, while others have noises in front of the ear.

Some people have pressure or ear pain, so it comes in various forms.

Some people might have discomfort in their facial muscles or headaches every day.

Are the symptoms of TMJ the same for everyone?

Everyone is different, and it depends on your signs and symptoms. It is all treatable.

Don’t wait till it gets really bad. Come and visit us at Modern Dental studio.

Give us a call today and consult us for your TMJ.


Dr. Tripthi Shetty

If you are seeking a dentist who is trained and certified by the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM), then consider working with Dr. Tripthi Shetty and her team at Modern Dental Studio of East Brunswick, New Jersey. She can evaluate you for conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea and provide reliable solutions. In addition, she is SMART certified and has completed the education required by the IAOMT, ensuring the safe removal and replacement of silver amalgam fillings in the smile.