7935 Crain highway South Glen Burnie Maryland 21061
Relief From Jaw Pain, Headaches & TMJ Disorders
If you wake up with a sore jaw, hear clicking or popping when you chew, or suffer from persistent headaches that seem to have no clear cause, your temporomandibular joint — commonly known as the TMJ — may be the culprit. TMJ disorders are more common than most people realize, and more treatable than many expect. At Evergreen Dental in Glen Burnie, Maryland, we take a thorough, compassionate approach to diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders — helping patients find real, lasting relief without unnecessary complexity.
Our state-of-the-art digital imaging, experienced team, and patient-first approach mean we get to the root of your discomfort quickly and build a treatment plan tailored specifically to you. Same-day appointments are available, and we're open evenings and Sundays so you don't have to wait for relief.
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Did You Know…
TMJ treatment focuses on restoring proper jaw function and providing lasting relief from pain and discomfort.
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What is the TMJ
The temporomandibular joint is the hinge joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull — one on each side of your face, just in front of your ears. It's one of the most complex joints in the human body, responsible for every movement your jaw makes — talking, chewing, yawning, and swallowing.
When something disrupts the balance of this joint — whether it's muscle tension, bite misalignment, injury, or structural issues — it can cause a wide range of painful and disruptive symptoms collectively referred to as temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD.
Common Symptoms of TMJ Disorders
- Jaw pain, especially in the morning
- Clicking or popping in the jaw
- Headaches or migraines on waking
- Ear, neck, or facial pain
- Difficulty chewing or jaw locking
- Teeth grinding and bite changes
The Connection Between TMJ and Bruxism
Teeth grinding and TMJ disorder are deeply intertwined. Many patients with TMJ pain are unknowingly grinding or clenching their teeth during sleep — placing enormous, repetitive stress on the joint and surrounding muscles night after night. Signs of bruxism include worn, flattened, or chipped teeth, increased tooth sensitivity, and jaw soreness in the morning.
If we suspect bruxism is contributing to your TMJ symptoms, we'll discuss the most effective way to protect both your joint and your teeth — typically starting with a custom nightguard.
They protect neighboring teeth
A dental bridge requires grinding down the adjacent teeth to create crowns for support. An implant stands entirely on its own — leaving the neighboring teeth completely untouched and preserving their natural structure.
They look completely natural
The custom crown placed on top of the implant is matched precisely to the shade, shape, and size of your surrounding teeth. Most people — including you — will not be able to tell it apart from your natural tooth.
They preserve your facial structure
By preventing bone loss, dental implants help maintain the natural contours of your face and jaw over time — preventing the sunken, aged appearance that can result from tooth loss and bone resorption.
TMJ Diagnosis at Evergreen Dental
CBCT 3D Imaging
Our Cone Beam CT scanner provides detailed three-dimensional images of your jaw joints, bone structure, and surrounding tissues — far beyond what a standard X-ray can show. This allows us to assess the condition of the joint itself, identify structural abnormalities, and rule out other causes of pain with precision.
Digital X-Rays
High-resolution digital X-rays give us an immediate view of your jaw structure and bite relationship.
Comprehensive Clinical Evaluation
We’ll assess your jaw movement, listen for joint sounds, evaluate your bite, and discuss your symptoms in detail — including when they occur, what makes them better or worse, and how they’re affecting your daily life.
