TMJ is the joint that connects the lower and upper jaw (skull). The terms TMJ stands for Temporo-Mandibular Joint. This is one the most complicated joints of the whole body. One that allows forward and backward moves as well as rotations and side to side movements.

TMJ is the joint that connects the lower and upper jaw (skull). The terms TMJ stands for Temporo-Mandibular Joint. This is one the most complicated joints of the whole body. One that allows forward and backward moves as well as rotations and side to side movements.

TMJ is often referred to as the complications and problems with this joint. Some of the most common symptoms of TMJ problems are:

• Pain
• Limitation of movement of the lower jaw
• Clicking sounds
• Muscle spasm
• Locking of the jaw

Some causes of the disease are genetics, hormones, low-level infections, auto-immune diseases, trauma, and clenching or grinding of the teeth.

Diagnosis of such conditions and evaluation of causes are done by dentists experienced in TMJ problems and treatments. Some common treatments are Night Guards, Bite Guards and Bite Adjustments.

If you feel like you are suffering from TMJ relief is simply a phone call away.

Dr. Rick Light of Arizona Dental Medicine specializes in diagnosis and treatment of TMJ.

Dr. Light is a board certified Diplomate of the American Academy of Pain Management.  He is a Fellow with both the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain and the International College of Cranio-Mandibular Orthopedics, and he is a member in good standing with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the American Academy of Oral Medicine. In 2008, Dr. Light received his Board Certified Diplomate by American Board of Crano-Facial Pain.

Call Arizona Dental Medicine today at 297-9069 to schedule your appointment with Dr. Rick Light.