Dentist Serving Irving, TX

What gets rid of TMJ?

Because TMJ pain can be caused by a variety of factors, there are a variety of TMJ treatments available; what works for someone else may not work for you, so there’s no single option that “gets rid” of TMJ disorder. A TMJ specialist like Dr. Coats works to understand what's causing your jaw joint problems so they can develop a treatment plan that's right for you.

What will happen if TMJ is not treated?

If TMJ pain is not addressed, it will likely worsen as time passes. Many people who do not seek timely TMJ treatment will eventually have pain that impacts their overall quality of life.

How do you check if you have TMJ?

You may suspect that you have TMJ disorder, but the only way to be sure is to get a diagnosis from a TMJ specialist like Dr. Coats.

Is TMD permanent?

TMD discomfort can be triggered by an injury in some circumstances, and the joint pain will go away as the injury heals. That said, TMD does not go away on its own for the majority of sufferers, and it has the potential to be a permanent condition without treatment.

Why does TMJ get worse at night?

It's likely that you have bruxism (or teeth grinding and jaw clenching) if your TMJ pain gets worse at night. Bruxism produces muscle tension in the area surrounding the jaw joints and also places a great deal of stress and pressure on the joints.

“Since first getting my day and night time mouth appliances 3 weeks ago and using them as directed, I have noticed the following benefits: my neck alignment and my body posture has improved, my chewing has become easier with my improved jaw positioning, and I am sleeping better and waking up feeling more refreshed! I am looking forward to my future improvements and I am hoping for greater expansion of my very restricted airway! Dr. Coats, Chris, and the rest of her staff are very professional, helpful and kind! I will recommend this practice without question!” - S.S.

“The entire team truly cares about the patient. They take the time to address your needs and educate you on everything being done. Great office to be a patient at, and great dentist to work for! If you are having jaw pain with no answers, don't walk, RUN to get it addressed. With few holistic offices in the area, this office is a must to treat the mouth and whole body!” - J.H.

“I saw Dr. Coats for the headaches and neck pain I had brought on by TMJ related issues. The tongue tie release was an amazing success and both have subsided as a result of her efforts. Dr. Coats and her staff were truly amazing, thorough, and precise with how the procedure would play out and what to expect afterwards. I highly recommend Dr. Coats for anyone thinking about having this procedure done in the future.” - M.G.