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Jaw joint (TMJ) disorder treatment

Jaw joint disorders (TMD) affect the jaw joints and chewing muscles, causing clicking, jaw pain, headaches and difficulty opening the mouth. The bite is Dr. Nabeel Al Nahhas's speciality: his master's degree in prosthodontics covered occlusion and the jaw joint, and his research thesis studied the position of the natural and artificial bite plane relative to the skull and face. He examines your joints, muscles and bite together and treats the cause with a custom night splint, bite correction and jaw care.

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Dr. Nabeel Safwat Al NahhasDr. Nabeel Safwat Al NahhasConsultant Prosthodontist, ImplantologyMOHAP licence D21482

Signs to have checked

  • Clicking, popping or grating sounds when opening or closing the mouth.
  • Pain in front of the ear, in the jaw muscles or temples, especially on waking.
  • Limited mouth opening, or the jaw catching or locking.
  • Grinding or clenching the teeth, worn teeth, or a bite that feels different.

How treatment runs

  1. Examination

    Free consultation: your symptoms, the joints and muscles, jaw movement and the bite, with a digital X-ray.

  2. Diagnosis

    Dr. Nabeel explains exactly what is causing your symptoms and the plan to treat it.

  3. Jaw care

    Dr. Nabeel gives you a simple daily routine that relaxes the jaw muscles between visits.

  4. Custom night splint

    A splint made for your teeth protects them from grinding and takes the strain off the joints and muscles.

  5. Bite correction and review

    Where the bite drives the problem, Dr. Nabeel corrects it, and he reviews your progress over the following weeks.

How your jaw stays comfortable

  • Dr. Nabeel treats your joints, muscles, bite and daily habits as one system.
  • Your night splint is made to fit your teeth exactly.
  • Simple daily habits keep the jaw muscles relaxed between visits.
  • Regular reviews track your progress.

Common questions

Should I have jaw clicking checked?

Yes. Clicking, pain or locking are signs the joint and bite need attention. Dr. Nabeel finds the cause and treats it.

What does a night splint do?

It is a custom-fitted appliance worn during sleep. It protects the teeth from grinding and takes the load off the jaw joints and muscles.

Can TMJ problems cause headaches?

Yes. Tension in the chewing muscles causes headaches around the temples, and treating the jaw relieves them.

How much does TMJ treatment cost?

The consultation with a digital X-ray is free, and Dr. Nabeel gives you your plan and its cost in writing at that visit.

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Have your jaw pain or clicking checked

Describe your symptoms on WhatsApp and book your free consultation.

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