Restorative Dentistry

TMJ / TMD Treatment

Chronic jaw pain, clicking joints, and frequent tension headaches often trace back to the temporomandibular joint — the TMJ. Treatment is conservative, careful, and starts with a good evaluation.

Common signs

Jaw soreness when you wake up, popping or clicking when you open and close your mouth, headaches that come from your temples, ear fullness, and worn-down teeth are classic signs. Stress-related grinding (bruxism) is one common driver.

A starting point that’s comfortable

Most TMJ care begins with a careful exam of your bite and joint, simple home strategies, and often a custom-fitted nightguard that reduces grinding pressure and lets your muscles rest. For many patients, that combination quiets the symptoms within a few weeks.

When more is needed

If symptoms persist, we coordinate with physical therapy, your physician, or a specialist as appropriate. The goal is the smallest, most conservative step that gets you comfortable again.

Find out what’s causing the pain

Call our Orange Avenue office to schedule a TMJ evaluation.

Schedule an Evaluation 540-342-8781

Why patients on Orange Avenue choose Northeast Roanoke Dentistry

Dr. Rameen Chaudhry, DMD is calm, unhurried, and trained at Case Western Reserve University with a General Practice Residency at Rutgers — and he believes the most important skill in dentistry is listening. Patients across northeast Roanoke, the 24012 corridor, Hollins, Garden City, and Vinton choose Northeast Roanoke Dentistry on Orange Avenue NE because every visit feels like a real conversation, not a sales pitch. We talk about cost up front, accept most major PPO insurance plans, and offer the Virginia Dental Club membership for patients without insurance — so cost is never the reason a smile waits. Open Monday through Friday, 8am to 5pm at 2913 Orange Ave NE, Roanoke 24012. Call 540-342-8781 or request an appointment online.