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What Is TMJ Disorder and How Is It Treated? 

TMJ issues often involve what's referred to as “the Triad”—the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), the muscles that support jaw movement, and the teeth (also known as occlusion or bite).

Neuromuscular dentistry focuses on aligning all three components—joints, muscles, and teeth—into a balanced, relaxed position. This approach allows the jaw to function more harmoniously, promoting healing and reducing painful or uncomfortable symptoms.

Chronic TMJ pain is known as TMJ disorder (TMD).
TMD can be hard to diagnose because symptoms don't always clearly point to the jaw. That’s why seeing a dental specialist experienced in TMJ is important.

There are many other treatment options available, and Dr. Arora will work with you to create a plan specific to your unique needs.

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What Causes TMD?

• Stress and Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): Physical or emotional stress can lead to jaw clenching or nighttime teeth grinding, both of which strain the jaw muscles and joint.
• Malocclusion (Misaligned Bite): When teeth don’t align properly, the jaw joint may be forced into unnatural positions, leading to long-term discomfort.
• Jaw Trauma or Overuse: Injuries or habits like chewing gum, nail biting, or excessive talking can overwork or damage the TMJ.
• Arthritis: Inflammatory conditions like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis can directly affect the jaw joint and cause pain or stiffness.

Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms? 

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Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms?

Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms? 

Get help today!

Dr. Tarvinder Arora

As an Airway Orthodontist with Connecticut dental health partnership for Husky health, Dr. Arora believes he has a great opportunity to improve patients' appearance, self-esteem as well as Airway.

Dr. Arora became passionate about helping people suffering from Sleep Apnea five years ago when he had his own battle with sleep apnea. He learned how destructive it is to the quality of life. It was interfering not only with his own sleep but also with his wife’s sleep.

He was given a medically approved oral appliance. His interest in treating dental sleep medicine was piqued when the oral device successfully alleviated his own sleep apnea symptoms.

He said, "When I realized how valuable this small appliance can be, I made my life mission improving and saving lives. Nothing can top the feeling of truly saving lives.

He devoted his time and effort spreading awareness of sleep breathing disorders and curing other people who are suffering from this serious disease.

The first patient Dr. Arora treated for sleep apnea was a 39-year-old male whose wife was sleeping in a different bedroom because she could not tolerate his loud snoring.  After successful treatment, his wife hugged Dr. Arora and said, "You have literally saved our marriage”.

Dr. Arora treats kids age 2- 17 with Healthy Start Growth Appliances with great success.

A doctor could not expect any greater reward.

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