Jaw Joint Disorders

Jaw Joint Disorders (TMJ): Pain-Free and Functional Jaw with Advanced Treatment Methods

Jaw joint disorders (temporomandibular joint, TMJ) cover problems such as pain, restricted mobility and dysfunction that arise in the jaw, muscles and joint structure. The modern treatment methods applied in this field aim to improve patients' quality of life. In particular, methods such as splint treatments and joint arthroscopy offer effective solutions to re-establish the functional balance of the jaw joint.

Splint Treatments

Splint treatments are a non-invasive and comfortable approach that aims to relieve the excessive load on the jaw joint and control teeth clenching (bruxism) and muscle spasms.

• Features:
• Night or day-use splints specially designed for the patient's mouth structure.
• Relieves the stress on the joint by reducing the tension in the jaw muscles.
• Supports a custom occlusal balance.
• Advantages:
• Reduces the feeling of pain and discomfort.
• Helps prevent symptoms such as tooth wear, jaw muscle fatigue and joint locking.
• Because it is minimally invasive, it is applied quickly and the risk of side effects is low.

Joint Arthroscopy

Joint arthroscopy is used in advanced jaw joint problems to examine and treat the intra-articular structures with a minimally invasive surgical method.

• Features:
• Surgical intervention performed using small incisions and special arthroscope cameras.
• Detailed examination and, if necessary, treatment of the intra-articular tissue, cartilage and ligaments.
• Focuses on eliminating the internal structural disorders that cause inflammation, restricted mobility and pain.
• Advantages:
• A shorter healing time and less postoperative pain thanks to the minimally invasive approach.
• Reduction of surgical risks and precise evaluation of the intra-articular structures.
• A reliable treatment option in advanced TMJ cases, performed by expert physicians.