Jeffery S. McCarty, D.D.S. TMJ Diagnostics
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TMJ, or Temporomandibular Joint is a disorder of the jaw joints or chewing muscles that cause pain when they no longer function properly. The National Institue of Health estimates that more than 10 million Americans have TMJ or problems affecting the jaw and/or muscles. Click here for a more detailed description and non-surgical treatment of TMJ disorders.
What are the symptoms of TMJ? (Wand your mouse pointer here)
Some of the symptoms of TMJ Disorders include:
Headaches Limited opening of the jaw
Teeth that do not meet properlyJaw clicking or pain
Dizziness Jaw goes to one side when opening
Difficulty chewing or swallowingRinging or stuffiness in the ears
Pain or pressure behind eyesTingling or numbness in arms
Shoulder stiffness Neck Pain
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Orofacial Pain If I don't have a TMJ disorder, what else could it be?
One out of every four Americans suffer from oral facial pain. It can be caused by a number of issues such as poorly aligned teeth, head or neck trauma, and many other associated problems. Click here to learn more about orofacial pain and our non-surgical treatments.

What are the symptoms of Orofacial Pain? (Wand your mouse pointer here)
Some of the symptoms of orofacial pain include:
Muscle spasms of the face jaw and neack areas,
Neck and back joint pain,
Migraine headaches,
Pain with teeth and gums,
Anxiety, and even depression,
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Sleep Apnea What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep Apnea is a condition characterized by temporary breathing interruptions during sleep. The pauses in breathing can occur dozens or even hundreds of times. Click here to learn more about Sleep Apnea and our non-surgical treatments.
What are the symptoms of Sleep Apnea? (Wand your mouse pointer here)
Some of the conditions that can lead to snoring or Sleep Apnea include:
A small retruded jaw
Sedatives
Overweight
Allergies
Alcohol before retiring
Airway obstruction
Sleep posture
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