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TMJ disorder describes a variety of conditions affecting the temporomandibular joint (the point where the jaw opens and closes) and nerves related to chronic facial pain. These problems are now more easily diagnosed by Dr. Shea and treated than in the past.  Women are twice as likely to be affected than men.

How Is TMJ Caused?
What Are Some of the TMJ Symptoms?
How Can Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
( TMJ / TMD ) Be Treated?

In most cases, the symptoms related to TMJ disorders can be successfully treated to reduce or eliminate your discomfort.  Postponement of treatment usually results in more damage to the joint, muscles, or teeth. Be sure to discuss any questions you may have about TMJ symptoms and treatment plans with Dr. Shea in St Louis.

                     
                                       
 

TMJ - Temporomandibular Disorders
In St Louis Missouri and the surrounding
Wildwood MO - Oakville MO - Farmington MO - Belleville IL areas.

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