Do you suffer from headaches, migraines, neck and shoulder stiffness, or earaches? If so, you may find that the underlying cause is TMJ, an abbreviation for temporomandibular joint dysfunction. Shokri Wahib, DDS, FICCMO, FAACP, founder of TMJ & Headache Center, established his practice in Westlake in 1994 with the goal of providing sufferers of TMJ with relief from these often misdiagnosed ailments. We toured TMJ & Headache Center recently, and listened as Dr. Wahib and associate Alexander Lambrinides, DDS outlined their TMJ related services;

TMJ & Headache Center offers treatment for dysfunctions of the jaw, known as TMJ/TMD (temporomandibular joint dysfunction). These joints are responsible for the movement of the jaw. Disorders of temporomandibular joints can cause pain in the head, neck, and face that are often misdiagnosed as migraines, tension headaches, neuritis, neuralgia, or even psychosomatic (mental) illnesses.

We have an emphasis in treating people who have symptoms of clicking and popping of the jaw joints, jaw pain, neck and shoulder pain, headaches, and pain centered in the face. Another facet of our practice is dental sleep medicine, which addresses problems with snoring or sleep apnea. After carefully screening and testing patients, we can direct the patient toward the appropriate treatment. For some patients, we can prescribe an oral appliance that is comfortable, convenient, and portable.

At TMJ & Headache Center, we place a heavy emphasis on proper diagnosis. We have state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment that enables us to render specific treatments. We perform computerized tomography (x-ray) of the temporomandibular joints and other computerized tests to accurately diagnose where the patient's symptoms are originating. We can also offer computerized testing that measures the diameter of the nasal and oral airways, which when collapsed can cause snoring or sleep apnea. We also do at-home sleep studies that allow the patient to have a sleep study at home rather than at a sleep center.

Most people generally don't think of dentists as being able to provide them care for head pain and sleep disorders. The TMJ & Headache Center is here to help not only the patients who have already been to providers and still have symptoms, but also the patients who are just starting to have symptoms. If you are a patient who must rely on pills and drugs to manage head pain, or perhaps has to sleep in another room because of snoring, the TMJ & Headache Center may be able to help you. With the proper diagnosis and treatment, many patients can again enjoy life.

At TMJ & Headache Center, the first step toward treatment is a proper diagnosis. Call TMJ & Headache Center today and don't forget to tell them The Advocate sent you!

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