Neuromuscular Dentistry for TMD

Align your jaw for comfort—this tailored approach balances muscles, joints, and bite to relieve TMD-related pain and dysfunction.

The Process

Your treatment begins with comprehensive diagnostics using tools like TENS (muscle relaxation), EMG (muscle activity), and jaw tracking to find your natural rest position. A custom orthotic may be provided to test and stabilize that position over time.

The Results

By identifying and holding the jaw in a comfortable, relaxed position, many patients find lasting pain relief, improved function, and enhanced bite comfort.

Care Tips

  • Wear your orthotic or splint as directed (often at night)

  • Practice jaw relaxation techniques and minimize chewing hard foods

  • Stay consistent with follow-ups to monitor comfort and alignment

Why Choose Town Center Dental

We integrate muscle-relaxation technology and jaw-tracking systems to find and maintain your jaw’s optimal alignment—offering relief, improved function, and customizable care tailored to you.

What is Neuromuscular Dentistry?

This specialized field of dentistry evaluates the coordinated function of your jaw muscles, teeth, joints (TMJ), and nerves to identify the most relaxed, optimal bite position—beyond what traditional dentistry targets.

Benefits of Neuromuscular Dentistry

  • Reduces jaw, facial, and neck pain linked to TMD

  • Improves jaw function and bite alignment

  • Can relieve headaches, ear pain, tooth sensitivity, and tension symptoms

  • Targets underlying muscle imbalances rather than just symptoms

When It’s Recommended

  • Experiencing jaw pain, popping, stiffness, or limited movement

  • Frequent headaches, earaches, vertigo, or neck pain without obvious dental cause

  • Ongoing clenching or grinding that standard treatment hasn't improved

Neuromuscular Dentistry for TMD