TMJ Treatment in Franklin & Brentwood

TMJ Treatment in Franklin & Brentwood

You might be surprised to learn that TMJ disorders affect almost 10 million Americans. There are several factors that can trigger this problem ranging from bite alignment issues, grinding your teeth, stress, and more.

TMJ Treatment in Franklin & Brentwood

You might be surprised to learn that TMJ disorders affect almost 10 million Americans. There are several factors that can trigger this problem ranging from bite alignment issues, grinding your teeth, stress, and more.

No More Headaches

Experiencing frequent headaches or jaw pain? You may have a TMJ disorder.

Protect Your Teeth

Protect your teeth from the damage of teeth grinding through the night.

Wake Up Relaxed

Wake up each morning feeling refreshed by effectively managing TMJ.

Stop Living Uncomfortably!

There’s no reason to live with the pain of a TMJ disorder. Do you have symptoms such as teeth grinding, headaches, jaw pain, or popping sounds when you chew? 100% of patients who experience TMJ also experience migraines.

During your free consultation, Dr. Rice will examine you for signs of this condition. Then she’ll recommend one of several treatment options to relieve your TMJ disorder, so you can enjoy your life without pain.

You can find TMJ treatment in Franklin & Brentwood at Dr. Kellye Rice’s dental office. Schedule your free consultation with Dr. Rice by calling (629) 200-6111.

Eliminate Your Discomfort & Prevent Dental Damage

By visiting Middle TN Sleep Apnea & TMJ Treatment Center for your TMJ disorder, you will find several options for treatment. Dr. Rice may recommend:

  • A custom-made oral appliance to stop clenching and grinding and give your jaw a chance to heal
  • Laser treatments to relieve your jaw pain and encourage healing
  • Biorejuvenation to relax your TMJ muscles and improve your jaw’s stability
  • Orthodontic treatments that can fix alignment issues and correct your bite
  • Sleep Apnea Treatment, Airway Dentistry, Myofunctional Therapy or Nightlase

Your treatment may also include pain relievers, muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatories, and physical therapy to strengthen your jaw muscles.

Discover Lasting Relief in Three Easy Steps

TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, the connecting point between the lower jaw and the rest of the head. TMJ emerges when there’s stress, injury, or misalignment in the jaw joint. Various factors can contribute to TMJ disorder, including stress, bruxism (the habit of teeth grinding and clenching), arthritis affecting the TMJ, as well as instances of trauma or injury to the head, neck, or jaw. If you think you might be suffering from a TMJ disorder, please schedule an appointment with us today.

Step 1. Discover

Call our office to schedule an initial consultation with us. We will be able to discuss how we can best help.

Step 2. Design

Dr. Rice and our dental team will create a personal approach to your TMJ treatment.

Step 3. Relax

You’ll finally have the pain reduction you’ve always been dreaming of.

Meet Dr. Kellye Rice

Dr. Kellye Rice is a fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and Diplomate of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM). Since 2012, she has been successfully treating sleep apnea patients with oral appliances. Since before 2000 she has been providing TMJ treatment and therapy for pain patients with oral appliances, adding laser pain relief therapy– photobiomodulation and Oralase –in the last decade to improve outcomes.

Get The Pain-Free Life You Deserve!

We provide just about everything you might need for TMJ treatment. Patients without insurance can also sign up for our membership club to cover the cost of preventive care treatments.

We provide just about everything you might need for TMJ treatment. Patients without insurance can also sign up for our membership club to cover the cost of preventive care treatments.

Common Questions About TMJ Treatment

Dr. Kellye Rice and her team want you to feel at home. So while we are happy to answer questions you may have during the consultation, here are answers to a few commonly asked questions about headache pain and TMJ treatment.

Yes, by visiting Middle TN Sleep Apnea & TMJ Treatment for your TMJ treatment, you’ll find relief from your TMJ pain. Dr. Rice uses several approaches based on what is best for you. During your consultation, she’ll discuss your options to put an end to the discomfort and damage caused by this disorder.

If you grind your teeth, you can fracture, crack, and even loosen teeth. Chronic teeth grinding can wear down your teeth, leading to necessary restorative treatments to repair your smile. Teeth grinding is found in many people who suffer from TMJ dysfunction.

Factors linked to a TMJ disorder include stress, arthritis, teeth grinding, trauma to your jaw, alignment issues, and more. Dr. Rice will examine you to identify the cause of your TMJ disorder and recommend effective treatment.

It all depends on the treatment that is best for your TMJ disorder. Some patients experience immediate relief with our custom-made oral appliance. Others require orthodontic treatment through clear aligners that can take 12 to 18 months to complete. It all depends on which is the best option for you.

To learn more about TMJ (temporomandibular joint) and TMD (temporomandibular disorders), visit our Video Resources page by clicking here. There, you’ll find a variety of informative videos that explain the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for these conditions, helping you understand how they affect your jaw and overall oral health.