TMJ Treatment
TMJ treatment in Nashville eases stubborn jaw pain fast. We customize therapy so you can chew, speak, and sleep without clicks or discomfort.
Where Jaw Pain Comes From
Your jaw joint acts like a tiny sliding hinge. When stress, misaligned teeth, or injury strain that hinge, you might feel popping, locking, or headaches. We often see jaw muscles overworking during nighttime clenching, leading to morning soreness. That’s where we step in—before chronic inflammation wears down cartilage or chips enamel.
Common Culprits
- Teeth grinding during sleep
- Arthritis in the joint
- Past sports trauma
- Uneven bite after a missing tooth
- Daily stress that keeps muscles tense
We explain what’s happening in your jaw and help you understand what’s causing the discomfort.
How We Pinpoint the Clacks and Pops
We start by walking you through a full joint exam. We gently guide your jaw through movement and feel for tension or restricted motion. We capture digital X-rays to take a closer look at bone structure. We also track how far you can open your mouth and listen for clicks or grinding sounds. All of this helps us build a personalized treatment plan.
TMJ Treatment in Nashville—Your Options
We never hand out cookie-cutter solutions. Instead, we mix and match proven techniques until we find what gives you the most lasting relief.
- Custom night guard (occlusal splint). One option that can help is a thin acrylic guard that you wear at night. It helps your muscles relax and protects your enamel.
- Clear aligners. If crooked teeth throw off your bite, our invisalign program can gently realign your arches.
- Same‑day crowns. If a broken molar is causing bite imbalance, we restore the tooth in one visit using CEREC technology. Learn more on our crowns page.d
- Root canal therapy. When a tooth is infected, it can cause pain in the jaw. Our root canal therapy treatment removes the infection so your jaw muscles can finally relax.
- Stress coaching. We’ll help you break the tension cycle by coaching you through posture changes, daily stretches, and mindfulness techniques.
You’ll get a clear explanation of each option, including the timeline and cost—no surprises, just honest guidance.
Meet the Person Behind the Plan
Dr. Allison Kisner leads our team with advanced training in TMJ disorders and a strong belief in personalized care. You can read more about her experience and qualifications on our About Us page. She listens closely, takes her time, and makes sure you understand every step before you begin treatment.
Support That Fits Your Budget
We want every patient to feel confident about their care and their costs. That’s why we offer our own West Meade Dental Membership Plan—an affordable way to save on exams, splints, and even Botox. We’re also happy to handle insurance claims and go over fees beforehand.
Lifestyle Tips We Swear By
- Eat softer foods for a week after getting your splint.
- Apply a warm, moist towel to each side of your jaw for 10 minutes before bed.
- Ditch the gum and try sugar‑free lozenges instead.
- Raise your screen to eye level—your posture makes a big difference.
- Try these stretches twice daily: gently open your mouth, move your jaw side to side, then forward and back—10 reps each.
Small changes like these go a long way when paired with professional treatment.
End Jaw Pain Today
We love helping our patients smile without wincing. Use our Contact us today to schedule a time that works for you. You’ll find us at 6606 Charlotte Pike, Suite 102, Nashville, TN 37209. Look for the West Meade Dental sign and friendly faces inside.
When we ease your jaw pain, you can eat, talk, and sleep better—and maybe even forget what tension felt like in the first place. Let’s get you feeling better, faster, with custom TMJ treatment in Nashville that fits your life.
