Are you exhausted by the relentless pain and discomfort of TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders? Have traditional treatments failed to provide lasting relief? You’re not alone.

Many people struggle to find effective, long-term solutions for this debilitating condition despite trying various treatment options.

TMJ disorders can make everyday activities like eating, talking, and even smiling a challenge. The constant discomfort and limited mobility can take a toll on your quality of life, leaving you feeling frustrated and hopeless.

Why Do Traditional TMJ Treatments Often Fall Short?

The truth is these conventional approaches often focus on managing symptoms rather than addressing the underlying cause of the problem. They may provide temporary relief, but they don’t tackle the root issue head-on.

Common Traditional TMJ Treatments

Your doctor or dentist might suggest a few go-to treatments:

Mouthguards

Sure, your dentist can hook you up with a custom mouthguard. And don’t get me wrong, those can be helpful. But mouthguards don’t tackle the root of the problem. It’s like using a band-aid to cover a wound that really needs stitches.

Pain Medication

Your doctor might prescribe muscle relaxers, painkillers, or anti-inflammatory drugs. While these can provide some relief, they do not address the underlying issue.

Surgery

Now, in some cases, surgery might be on the table. They can even swap out your TMJ joint for a titanium one. But that surgery has such a high failure rate that most surgeons won’t even do that anymore.

These traditional TMJ treatments don’t get to the root of the problem: your muscle function.

The Root Cause of TMJ Disorders

The TMJ joint is unique, unlike any other joint in your body. Your TMJ joint can move in a range of directions: opening and closing, sliding forward, and grinding side to side. The real culprit in TMJ disorders is a tiny muscle called the superior head of the lateral pterygoid.

When this small muscle becomes dysfunctional, it can pull the disc in your TMJ out of place, causing pain, clicking, and popping. It’s like a slipped disc in your jaw joint.

Unfortunately, common treatments like mouthguards, pain medications, and surgery fail to address the root cause of TMJ disorders from a functional perspective.

To effectively resolve TMJ issues, we need to focus on restoring proper function to the lateral pterygoid muscle. Only then can we achieve lasting relief from TMJ pain.

You Need a Personalized, Functional Approach to Fully Treat TMJ Pain

By tailoring treatment plans to your specific health challenges, we can get to the root of the problem and find a solution that works for you.

At Dr. Kevin’s Wellness Clinic, our approach integrates the latest research with cutting-edge biotechnologies specifically designed to enhance your body’s natural healing mechanisms. We go beyond the conventional TMJ treatments that often fail to provide lasting relief.

Our wellness clinic has developed an innovative, functional protocol for TMJ treatment that is non-invasive, pain-free, and all-natural. You no longer have to rely on mouthguards, pain medications, or risky surgeries.

If you’re tired of the same old treatments that don’t work and are seeking an effective TMJ treatment in Lafayette, LA, and the surrounding areas, we invite you to schedule an appointment with our new patient team.

During this appointment, we will evaluate your specific health challenges and develop a personalized treatment plan that’s tailored just for you.