Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)

TMJ or temporomandibular joint connects the lower jaw to the skull. Problems associated with TMJ can cause pain and discomfort around the joint, difficulty in opening and closing the mouth, and food intake. Tempero-mandibular disorders are often severe and need an intervention of a neuromuscular dentist.

Do you have numerous headache? Do you assume you have migraine?

Dr. Lee Palmer is a neuromuscular dentist that seeks a harmonious relationship between the head, neck, and jaw joint.

What is TMJ?

TMJ is the temporomandibular joint. This joint is what attaches your bottom jaw to your head. This joint allows you to chew, talk, and open and close your mouth. Tmj disorders known as TMD, Temporomandibular disorder, often appear as headaches, neck pain, jaw pain, ringing of the ears, etc.

Technology in Treatment

Dr. Palmer conducts a series of completely painless and non-invasive tests. Including EMG tests, a TENS unit, 3D xray(when needed), microcurrents, Iontophor, electro sonogram, and K7 Evaluation. These tests allow him to better diagnose and devise a treatment plan catered to every individual person and their exact sources of pain or discomfort.

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