Jaw Pain, Clicking, Locking or Difficulty Opening?
A comprehensive evaluation can help identify factors involving your jaw joints, facial muscles, movement and bite. Individualized care is provided by Dr. Parminder Atwal, DMD.
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- Detailed history and symptom review
- Joint, muscle and movement examination
- Diagnostic imaging when appropriate
- Individualized recommendations
Could Your Symptoms Be Related to Your Jaw?
Jaw-joint and facial-muscle conditions can present in different ways. A comprehensive evaluation helps clarify what may be contributing to your symptoms.
- Jaw pain or soreness
- Clicking or popping
- Jaw locking open or closed
- Limited opening
- Difficulty or pain while chewing
- Facial, temple or related headache symptoms
What Is TMJ or TMD?
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. TMD describes conditions involving the jaw joints, chewing muscles and related structures. Symptoms may include jaw pain, facial soreness, clicking, popping, locking, limited opening or difficulty chewing.
What Is Included?
The goal is to understand your condition before recommending care. Not every patient needs the same treatment.
- Detailed symptom and health history
- Jaw-joint and facial-muscle examination
- Range-of-motion measurements
- Clicking, locking and movement assessment
- CBCT or other imaging when appropriate
- Findings and next-step discussion
Treatment recommendations are made only after the evaluation and review of the diagnostic findings.
Meet Dr. Parminder Atwal, DMD
Dr. Parminder Atwal is a general dentist with a clinical focus on temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain. His approach begins with a detailed evaluation of the jaw joints, facial muscles, movement and bite before treatment recommendations are made.
Dr. Atwal's training in orofacial pain and TMD includes:
- Orofacial Pain Mini-Residency
- Implementation of Orofacial Pain & TMD
Dr. Atwal provides individualized TMJ and jaw-pain care at Las Vegas TMJ & Jaw Pain Center, located within Anthem Dental & Implants in Henderson, Nevada.
Treatment Options Based on Your Findings
Treatment recommendations depend on your symptoms, examination and diagnostic findings. When clinically appropriate, treatment options may include:
Not every treatment is appropriate for every patient. Dr. Atwal will explain the recommended options after completing your evaluation.
“Dr Atwal has been working with me on jaw mobility and my pain… Dr Atwal and his staff truly care about their patients… If you have TMJ… and you’re looking for a place where all the employees are nice, caring and knowledgeable and will think outside the box look no further.”Melanie — 5-star Google Review
Individual experiences and treatment results vary.
Self-Pay Care and Financing Options
Las Vegas TMJ & Jaw Pain Center is a self-pay program. After years of attempted medical billing, we have determined we can reduce costs for our patients by offering self-pay and monthly payment options.
We do not bill dental or medical insurance for TMJ evaluations or treatment. If you would like to bill your medical insurance, we are happy to provide you with documentation for you to submit directly.
For patients who would like to explore monthly payment options, financing is available through Cherry for qualified applicants.
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Questions About TMJ Evaluations
What is TMJ or TMD?
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. TMD describes conditions involving the jaw joints, chewing muscles and related structures. Symptoms may include jaw pain, facial soreness, clicking, popping, locking, limited opening or difficulty chewing.
What happens during a comprehensive TMJ evaluation?
Your evaluation includes a detailed history and symptom assessment, an examination of the jaw joints and facial muscles, evaluation of jaw movement and range of motion, diagnostic imaging when appropriate, and an assessment of your bite. Dr. Parminder Atwal will review the findings with you before making treatment recommendations.
Do I need a referral?
A referral is not required. You may contact Las Vegas TMJ & Jaw Pain Center directly to request a comprehensive TMJ evaluation.
Can TMJ disorders contribute to headaches?
Jaw-joint and facial-muscle problems may contribute to certain headaches and facial-pain symptoms. However, headaches can have many causes. Your evaluation helps determine whether the jaw joints, muscles or bite may be contributing to your symptoms. We may recommend evaluation by another healthcare professional when appropriate.
What treatments are available?
Treatment recommendations are individualized based on your examination and diagnostic findings. Options may include a custom orthotic or appliance, home exercises or physical therapy, photobiomodulation or laser therapy, dry needling, trigger-point treatment, neuromodulators, I-PRF, prolotherapy, SPG block, restorative or bite-related treatment, or referral to another healthcare professional when appropriate. Not every treatment is appropriate for every patient.
Do you accept dental or medical insurance for TMJ care?
Las Vegas TMJ & Jaw Pain Center is a self-pay program. We do not bill dental or medical insurance for TMJ evaluations or treatment. We can provide documentation that you may submit directly to your medical insurance company. Reimbursement is determined by your insurance plan and is not guaranteed.
Is financing available?
Monthly payment options are available through Cherry for qualified applicants. Available amounts, payment options and terms vary by applicant.
Does submitting the online form confirm my appointment?
No. The form allows you to request a preferred appointment date and time. A member of our team will contact you to confirm availability and finalize your appointment.
Where is Las Vegas TMJ & Jaw Pain Center located?
The center is located within Anthem Dental & Implants at 10880 S. Eastern Avenue, Suite 101, Henderson, Nevada 89052.
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