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What is the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)?

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located just in front of the ear and connects the lower jaw to the skull.

This joint enables essential movements like talking, chewing, and yawning. The muscles around the TMJ control the jaw’s position and movement.

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) refer to a range of conditions that affect this joint.

What Are the Symptoms of TMJ Disorders?

Pain of the jaw joint and muscles

Difficulty fully opening the mouth

Uncomfortable or Painful clicking of the jaw joint

Clenching or grinding your teeth

Pain with eating, talking, or yawning

Earaches and headaches

Our Treatment Philosophy

Treating TMJ and orofacial pain can be confusing, both for patients and healthcare providers, including physicians and dentists. This is because chronic pain often doesn’t show up in visible ways, such as on an X-ray, making it difficult to diagnose. Additionally, treatment approaches for chronic pain can differ significantly depending on various philosophies and methods.

Dr. Victor K. Ryoo, a university-trained, board-certified orofacial pain specialist with extensive continuing education, combines multiple treatment approaches to create conservative and effective plans for his patients.

During your first visit, Dr. Victor K. Ryoo will take a detailed history of your symptoms and concerns and conduct a thorough clinical examination. He believes that understanding the nature of your pain is the first step toward relief. Afterward, Dr. Victor K. Ryoo will develop a personalized, comprehensive treatment plan to help you effectively manage your pain.

Conditions We Diagnose

Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

Clenching and Grinding of Teeth

Migraine and Tension-type Headaches

Types Of Treatment

Intraoral orthotics

Physical Therapy

Medication Management

Muscular Trigger Point and Joint Injections

High Touch, High Tech Diagnostics And Therapy

CBCT Imaging

Dr. Victor K. Ryoo is committed to offering the most advanced imaging for your TMJ. Utilizing cutting-edge cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) technology, we capture highly detailed 3D images of your temporomandibular joint.

Our expert radiologists specialize in interpreting these scans, providing comprehensive reports that help us develop the most effective treatment plan tailored to your specific needs.

PRF/PRP (Platelet Rich Fibrin/Platelet Rich Plasma)

Dr. Victor K. Ryoo offers advanced therapy for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) conditions using Platelet-Rich Fibrin (PRF), a state-of-the-art treatment that harnesses the body’s natural healing abilities.

PRF is derived from a small sample of your own blood, concentrated with growth factors that promote healing and tissue regeneration.

The process involves drawing blood, processing it to enrich the platelets and growth factors, and applying this concentrated plasma directly to the affected TMJ area.

These growth factors stimulate your body’s natural healing response, aiding tissue repair and reducing inflammation. Unlike Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP), PRF is 100% natural and contains no additives.

PRF with Orthotic Splint Therapy

Incorporating PRF Therapy with Orthotic Splint Therapy offers an effective, non-surgical, and medication-free solution for relieving pain and enhancing function.

Dr. Victor K. Ryoo will thoroughly assess your TMJ symptoms and create a customized treatment plan tailored to achieve optimal results.

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