TMD Treatment Options

Although each Plan of Care is different, some common elements include:

• A complete Neuromuscular evaluation to determine the current status of the temporomandibular joint, the performance characteristics of the jaw during function and the status and role of the muscles of the face and neck as you open and close your mouth.
• An impression of the way your teeth come together, called a “bite”, is taken by Dr. Manji.
• Using the information gathered from the neuromuscular exam and the impression from your bite Dr. Manji will create a special mouthpiece for you called an anatomical orthotic.

The orthotic is worn over the lower teeth and serves to properly realign your bite orthopedically to the most muscle comfortable position. Once your muscles have become adjusted to this new position (usually over a period of 3-12 months), you will have several treatment options available to you:

• Orthotic Therapy
• Orthodontic Therapy
• Reconstructive Therapy
• Combination of any of the above

The advantages and disadvantages of the treatment options you choose will be discussed with Dr. Manji. He can then co-diagnose your treatment options with you and help you select the treatment that will best suit your individual needs.