TMJ and Neck and Back Pain

TMJ Could be Causing Pain in Your Neck

and Back

Could TMJ be the source of your upper back and neck pain? If you have symptoms of TMJ (temporomandibular joint disorder/syndrome), you may have a clicking jaw, get radiating pain in the jaw and ear, and you might experience other problems like ringing in the ears, too. Did you know that the alignment of your jaw could also be causing pain in connecting areas? TMJ and headaches are connected and the same goes for back pain and neck pain.

Madison Family Dental can help you find out if TMJ is a factor with this pain. Dr. Raj w can help you determine whether or not back pain and neck pain are related to your jaw and they can offer treatment that stops TMJ pain from impacting your life.

Your Jaw’s Alignment

The alignment of the jaw or lack thereof can have a lot of side effects. If your jaw’s alignment is off, there are a variety of TMJ treatment options that could be very helpful. Our team can often recommend jaw exercises as well as mouth guards that are worn at night which help improve the alignment of the jaw. Dental work could also improve your bite, meaning less pain, less clenching, and less TMJ-related neck and back pain. The pain you feel from your jaw could be causing you to tense up and this could impact your back, shoulders, and neck. Eliminating this pain could eliminate that tension!

Reasons to Choose Madison Family Dental for TMJ Treatment

The Madison Family Dental team offers treatment for TMD / TMJ as well as preventative, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry options to keep you smiling. Whether you are interested in dental implants, a more symmetrical smile, teeth whitening, or periodontal treatment, we can help. We have a great reputation in the Madison and greater Nashville area for TMJ treatment as well as other areas of dentistry.

231A W Old Hickory Blvd, Madison, TN, United States

Madison Family Dental

Madison Family Dental is always looking for experienced teammates for our practice! If you’re interested in a clinical or business position, fill out the form below and if you fit our needs, we’ll contact you to schedule an interview.

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Associate Position Requirements:

Doctor of dental surgery (DDS) or doctor of medicine in dentistry (DMD)
Current license and CPR certification
Proven experience working in a dental practice
The ability to use various dental instruments and equipment
The ability to remain calm in stressful situations
The ability to work in a team
Excellent communication skills
Helpful and polite

Hygiene Position Requirements:

2 or more years experience as a dental hygienist including soft tissue management
Current license and CPR certification
Proficiency in Eaglesoft or similar dental software
Knowledge of dental insurance, treatment planning, and scheduling
Experience using latest dental equipment (or willingness to learn)
Understanding of the oral-systemic connection and integrating education into patient care

Clinical Position Requirements:

2 or more years experience as a chairside dental assistant (photos/x-rays, impressions, temporaries, assisting with procedures including fillings, crowns, simple extractions, and all things that fall under basic and restorative dental treatment)
Knowledge of dental insurance, treatment planning, and scheduling
Proficiency in Eaglesoft or similar dental software
Xray Certification
CPR Certification
Expanded duties certificate is a plus!

Business Position Requirements:

Dental front office experience

Knowledge of dental procedures, insurance, treatment planning, and scheduling
Proficiency in Eaglesoft or similar dental software
Ability to multitask: answer phone, schedule, confirm, email, scan, check on lab cases, interact with patients, etc.
Experience working in a busy office
Strong writing skills and attention to detail are a must!