TMJ Disorder Specialist
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Westwood Dental Arts Center
Cosmetic Dentists & Prosthodontists located in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA
TMJ disorders can cause severe discomfort, including chronic headaches and jaw pain. As a top provider of dental care in Westwood, Los Angeles, CA, the dentists at Westwood Dental Arts Center offer special care for safe and effective treatment of temporomandibular joint disorders so patients can find relief from their symptoms.
TMJ Disorders Q & A
What is TMJ disorder?
TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, more commonly referred to as the jaw joint, where the upper and lower jaws meet. This joint is formed by the juncture of the skull and the lower jaw bone. Between these two bones is a disc that serves as a cushion to facilitate movement. TMJ disorder (sometimes called TMD) is a condition that occurs when this joint fails to meet correctly, interfering with normal function and movement and resulting in inflammation and chronic pain. Pain is most noticeable when speaking, eating, yawning and even sneezing. Left untreated, TMJ disorder can also cause chronic headaches and persistent jaw pain as well as a clicking noise when the jaws are moved.
What causes TMJ disorder?
In many cases, TMJ disorder is caused when the jaw grows in an asymmetrical way during childhood. Osteoarthritis, trauma and tooth loss are other common causes. Chronic clenching and tooth grinding habits may also play a role in causing the condition, although both of these habits can also occur as a result of TMJ disorder.
How is TMJ disorder treated?
There are different approaches to treating TMJ disorder. Although surgery used to be considered the primary treatment, today surgery is reserved for severe cases that cause debilitating symptoms. Most patients can be effectively treated with a specially designed mouth guard designed to gently cushion the jaws and prevent the stress and strain on the joint that can cause headaches and other symptoms. Another approach is to help realign the bite through the use of bridges, crowns or orthodontic treatment. The dentists at Westwood Dental Arts Center will determine which approach is best for you based on a thorough evaluation of your needs.
Major Insurance Providers Accepted
Westwood Dental Arts Center accepts most types of health insurance. Below is a short list of in-network insurance plans. Please contact our office if you do not see your insurance provider listed below.
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There could not be a better dentist or an office support staff.They are all amazing. The dentist is incredibly knowledgeable and his staff is efficient ,friendly and fun
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Warm and welcoming. I genuinely appreciate the family feel Dr. BABAK and his staff has exhibited through out the care I received and continually
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definitely recommend Dr. Makhmalbaf. He always does what’s best for your dental health. Always trust his judgements and decisions. 10/10.
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We love Dr. Makhmalbaf and Easter her assistance!
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Dr. Ali is an excellent specialty dentist who provides professional, caring high-quality care, and all his office staff are extremely friendly, loving and pleasant
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Westwood Dental Arts Center is a good dental office - Dr. Ali and the staff are very nice- . The office manage Ester is nice and makes my appointments in a pleasant way.
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I have been coming to this office for the last five years. Like so many people, do not like dentist visits, but they are good and caring people.
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I had my tooth extracted by Dr. Mir. I had no pain or complications. He did such a great job to me feel comfortable and made the procedure as smooth as possible.
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Dr. Mirmarashi was great! Not only did he take my dad out of pain but made it so my dad was not nervous. So I came back and brought my brother in for a implant.
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I am happy of how my teeth was checked by Dr. Mak. He is very skillful and kind.Very nice staffs and beautiful office. I will keep this dental office as my best choice.
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Dr Mir is a very skilled and knowledgeable prosthodontist.He was able to do a procedure that other prosthodontists said were impossible, and he seemed to do it with ease
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Wow this place is amazing I got reffered by my cousin 2 years ago and now take my family their. Their new office is alot bigger and the staff very friendly.
