HOW WE CAN HELP
Jaw pain, clicking, headaches, and bite problems are often connected to something deeper than most people realize. At Briarwood Dental, Dr. Blass takes a whole-body approach to jaw and facial health — looking at how your bite, airway, and jaw structure work together. Whether you're dealing with chronic discomfort or you've been told your jaw needs attention, we'll start with a thorough evaluation and explain exactly what we find.
Evaluate and treat jaw joint dysfunction and pain
Comprehensive evaluation of how your teeth come together
Understand how jaw structure affects airway and growth
Understanding the details — everything you need to know about jaw and facial development care
The jaw isn't just about teeth — it's connected to your airway, your posture, and your overall health. At Briarwood Dental, Dr. Blass begins with an in-depth consultation and comprehensive evaluation, looking at jaw structure, bite alignment, and facial development to understand what's really going on and what treatment options make sense.
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull. When it's not functioning properly, it can cause pain, clicking, headaches, and difficulty chewing. Many patients have lived with these symptoms for years without realizing they're treatable.
Common symptoms
Jaw pain or soreness · Clicking or popping sounds · Headaches or migraines · Ear pain · Difficulty opening or closing the mouth · Teeth grinding
Treatment depends on what we find in your evaluation. Options may include bite splints, orthodontic guidance, myofunctional therapy, or coordination with other specialists. We explain every option clearly and move at the pace that works for you.
Treatment options
Oral splints and night guards · Bite alignment therapy · Myofunctional therapy referral · Orthodontic coordination · Airway-focused treatment planning
We'll take a thorough look and walk you through what we find — in plain language, at your pace.
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