Restore Natural Jaw Function Without Surgery
Your jaw functions thousands of times each day through chewing, speaking, and swallowing. When jaw misalignment disrupts this system, TMJ symptoms begin to radiate through your face, neck, and head. Dr. Solomon identifies and corrects the mechanical dysfunction behind temporomandibular joint pain, limited mobility, and chronic discomfort.
Get Proven Treatment for Lasting TMJ Relief
We never guess what is causing your TMJ disorder. K7 and J5 neuromuscular instrumentation measure how your temporomandibular joints move, where muscle imbalance develops, and which forces trigger your jaw pain.
Why Choose Dr. Solomon for Jaw Function Problems
Most TMJ problems develop slowly due to years of clenching, an old injury, bite interference, or dental changes. By the time patients reach me, they have often tried treatments that reduced symptoms without fixing the underlying jaw misalignment.
I have spent 38 years studying how the jaw functions as part of the craniofacial and cervical system. My training in gnathology taught me that the temporomandibular joints are not isolated structures. They connect to the skull, facial muscles, cervical vertebrae, airway dynamics, and the entire postural chain.
When I evaluate your jaw, I examine how force transfers through all of these systems. With K7 computerized analysis, I can detect abnormal muscle patterns and early signs of TMJ dysfunction long before you feel severe pain.
What Distinguishes Our Approach to TMJ Treatment
Common Jaw Function & Mobility Problems
Your jaw will not open fully or shift to one side when you try. This indicates TMJ muscle spasm that protects damaged joint structures or disc interference that blocks normal temporomandibular joint movement.
Loud popping when opening or closing signals that your articular disc is slipping out of position. Repeated stress on the joint surfaces leads to cartilage breakdown, inflammation, and progressive TMJ disorder.
Your jaw catches in one position and cannot open or close without manual assistance. This is a sign of advanced disc displacement and requires immediate TMJ evaluation.
Your jaw feels tired after eating or speaking. Muscles must work harder when the joints are misaligned, creating constant strain that develops into persistent TMJ muscle fatigue.
One side of your face appears different or your jaw shifts noticeably. Uneven muscle activity caused by joint dysfunction alters facial balance over time.
Pain begins in your jaw but spreads into the neck and shoulders. Improper jaw position forces the cervical muscles to stabilize movements that the temporomandibular joints should handle.
Dr. Solomon's Approach to Jaw Restoration Services
Every jaw problem has a mechanical cause. We identify it, measure it, and correct it using non-invasive neuromuscular therapy proven over decades of clinical practice.
Specialized jaw treatments we provide:
5 Simple Steps to a Pain-Free Jaw
Computerized jaw tracking records how your temporomandibular joints move through every range. Electromyography identifies muscle compensation patterns that create pain beyond the joint itself.
TENS therapy relaxes the muscles that have held your jaw in dysfunctional positions for years. This reveals your true neuromuscular rest position without interference from protective muscle guarding.
Your custom neuromuscular orthotic positions the jaw where it functions correctly. The appliance retrains muscles, balances bite forces, and stops the overload that has been damaging your TMJ structures.
Regular assessments show how your jaw responds to treatment. We adjust your orthotic based on objective measurements to ensure consistent progress toward stable, pain-free TMJ function.
After normal jaw movement is restored and pain resolves, we determine the long-term plan to maintain correction. Many patients transition to nighttime wear only once their TMJ function remains stable.
How Patients Improve During TMJ Treatment
Most patients notice improved jaw mobility within weeks as muscles adapt to corrected alignment. Full recovery depends on how long the TMJ dysfunction has existed, but measurable progress continues throughout treatment.
Your ongoing jaw care includes:
Biweekly evaluations during the active treatment phase monitor jaw mobility, muscle balance, and neuromuscular adaptation. Each session documents objective data to ensure steady, healthy recovery.
Adjustments are made using precise computerized diagnostics. These refinements maintain optimal jaw position as soft tissues remodel, muscles rebalance, and TMJ loading patterns normalize.
Targeted neuromuscular exercises strengthen proper jaw mechanics and eliminate habits that strain your temporomandibular joints. Consistent practice reinforces stability, comfort, and long-term function.
Once treatment goals are achieved, a customized maintenance protocol preserves your results. Periodic monitoring and ongoing support help prevent recurrence of TMJ dysfunction.
End Jaw Pain & Restore Function
Limited jaw mobility and chronic pain will not resolve until the underlying mechanical dysfunction is corrected. Dr. Solomon uses advanced neuromuscular dentistry to identify and treat the true cause of your TMJ problems.
Decades of Expertise Solving Complex Jaw Disorders
I have treated thousands of TMJ disorders, ranging from mild muscular tension to advanced joint degeneration. What I have learned is that most jaw problems originate from bite relationships that are rarely evaluated correctly.
Dentists often restore teeth without analyzing how changes affect jaw position. Orthodontists move teeth without measuring the effect on TMJ loading. Oral surgeons perform procedures without addressing the muscle dysfunction that created the joint damage in the first place.
My approach begins by understanding what your jaw is trying to do and why it cannot do it. K7 computerized analysis reveals muscle firing patterns, joint loading, condylar displacement, and bite force distribution. When I see asymmetric muscle activity or abnormal joint movement, I know exactly what is generating your symptoms. Treatment corrects the mechanical source of dysfunction, not just the pain it produces.
Clinical Facts About TMJ Dysfunction
Common Questions About Jaw Function Treatment
Persistent jaw pain, limited opening, worsening clicking, or jaw fatigue after normal use indicate TMJ dysfunction that requires professional evaluation. K7 diagnostic testing identifies structural problems and muscle imbalance before severe TMJ symptoms develop through precise, objective measurements.
Most TMJ disorders can be corrected with neuromuscular therapy and a custom orthotic that repositions the jaw into a healthy, stable position. Surgery is rarely needed. Dr. Solomon’s approach resolves mechanical dysfunction in the majority of TMJ cases without surgical intervention.
Many patients experience noticeable improvement within weeks as the muscles adapt to the corrected jaw position. Complete resolution depends on how long the TMJ disorder has been present and the severity of joint damage. Progressive relief is a strong indicator that treatment is working.
Jaw clicking caused by disc displacement often improves or disappears once proper jaw alignment is restored. Early TMJ treatment prevents the disc from deteriorating further and reduces the risk of locked jaw episodes or permanent joint changes.
Coverage varies depending on your diagnosis and specific insurance benefits. Our Westwood office verify your insurance and supply all documentation required to establish medical necessity for neuromuscular TMJ therapy.
Read Reviews From Our Satisfied TMJ Patients
My jaw locked open at a restaurant and I could not close my mouth. Dr. Solomon saw me the next day, explained what happened to my disc, and started treatment immediately. After three months with the orthotic, my jaw has not locked once. I can eat normally again.
I thought the clicking was normal until it began to hurt. Dr. Solomon used the K7 to show me exactly what was happening inside my jaw joint. The orthotic felt strange for a week, then my jaw started to function better. The clicking stopped after two months.
For years I could not open my mouth wide enough to eat a sandwich comfortably. Physical therapy did not help. Dr. Solomon found that my bite was forcing my jaw into an unhealthy position. Now I can open normally without pain or limitation.
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Dr. Solomon provides precise diagnosis and neuromuscular correction for jaw disorders. Stop adapting to pain and limited mobility in Los Angeles.
