Consult The Best TMJ Expert Trusted by thousands across the world!
If jaw pain, clicking, headaches, or facial tension interfere with your daily life, you need to consult a true TMJ expert. Dr. Sid Solomon uses 38 years of TMJ-focused experience along with K7 and J5 neuromuscular instrumentation to identify the exact cause of your symptoms and provide precise, effective treatment.
What Sets Dr. Solomon’s TMJ Expertise Apart
Why Dr. Solomon Is the Leading TMJ Expert in Los Angeles
38 Years Focused on What Most Dentists Never Learn
Dr. Sid Solomon does not dabble in TMJ treatment. He has dedicated his entire career to understanding and correcting temporomandibular joint dysfunction. With advanced post graduate training in gnathology and neuromuscular dentistry, he has treated thousands of complex TMJ cases that other providers struggled to diagnose or manage.
His use of K7 and J5 diagnostic systems provides objective data on jaw movement, muscle activity, and bite forces. Most clinicians never see this level of detail, which is why they often miss the structural cause of TMJ symptoms.
Patients travel from across California and out of state because they hear something unusual: Dr. Solomon listens. He listens carefully, patiently, and thoroughly. He spends the time required to understand your full history before making any recommendations. That depth of attention, combined with precise neuromuscular diagnostics, is why so many patients finally achieve lasting relief after years of unsuccessful treatments elsewhere.
Dr. Sid Solomon, DDS, TMJ and Neuromuscular Dentistry Specialist In Los Angeles
What Defines a True TMJ Expert
A TMJ expert is a clinician who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the temporomandibular joint, bite mechanics, and the neuromuscular system that controls jaw function. Unlike general dentists who focus primarily on teeth, a TMJ specialist studies jaw biomechanics in depth and uses advanced tools to measure how the joint, teeth, and muscles interact.
This level of training allows a TMJ expert to identify the true source of pain, whether it appears as jaw tension, headaches, ear symptoms, facial discomfort, or restricted jaw movement. Their goal is precise diagnosis and effective, non surgical solutions that correct the underlying dysfunction rather than masking symptoms.
Real TMJ Cases Treated by Dr. Solomon
Patients often arrive with long-standing TMJ symptoms after years of frustration, unsure why their pain persists despite multiple attempts at treatment. Dr. Sid Solomon’s comprehensive TMJ diagnostics pinpoint exactly which muscles, TMJ joint components, and bite forces are responsible for the dysfunction. This allows precise neuromuscular TMJ therapy instead of generic treatments that fail to address the true root cause of temporomandibular disorder.
In Detail
A patient suffering from daily temple headaches and jaw tension found lasting relief after K7 TMJ jaw tracking revealed severe muscle overload from jaw misalignment. A custom neuromuscular orthotic reduced TMJ muscle tension within weeks, and morning headaches were fully eliminated by the third month.
Years of jaw clicking, popping, and reduced opening were traced to restricted TMJ disc movement and bite imbalance. With neuromuscular orthotic therapy and progressive adjustments, jaw mobility improved, clicking was significantly reduced, and chewing became comfortable again.
A patient who had seen ENT specialists and chiropractors without improvement discovered that the symptoms were originating from TMJ dysfunction and jaw misalignment. Once Dr. Solomon realigned the bite with TMJ-focused treatment, ear pressure resolved and long-standing neck tension eased dramatically.
Let's Connect and Get Proven TMJ Treatment
If you have been told it is just stress or given a generic night guard, you deserve a more complete diagnosis. Dr. Sid Solomon’s neuromuscular approach identifies exactly what is wrong and how to fix it using objective measurements rather than guesswork.
TMJ Problems That Need Expert Attention
TMJ problems often begin with persistent TMJ pain that does not resolve on its own. At Time To Smile, many patients arrive with jaw soreness, TMJ muscle fatigue, bruxism-related tension, or chronic TMJ headaches that all share one underlying source. When the jaw stops moving smoothly due to TMJ dysfunction, the surrounding muscles work overtime to compensate, creating discomfort that temporary fixes cannot resolve without a precise temporomandibular joint evaluation.
Clicking, popping, or locking are clear TMJ symptoms that signal the TMJ disc is not tracking correctly inside the joint. These mechanical changes can limit how wide you can open, contribute to jaw deviation, and push tension into the neck and shoulders. TMJ issues like these rarely disappear without proper TMJ treatment. Understanding how the temporomandibular joint moves is the key to stopping muscle strain, correcting jaw misalignment, and preserving long-term jaw function.
Ear fullness, pressure, and tinnitus frequently originate where the jaw connects to the skull. Because the temporomandibular joint sits so close to the ear canal, inflammation or TMJ misalignment can create symptoms that seem unrelated to jaw movement. When bite alignment shifts or mobility decreases, normal TMJ mechanics are disrupted. Identifying which structures are involved is the first step to restoring comfort and resolving TMJ-related symptoms at Time To Smile.
Dr. Solomon's TMJ Treatment Process
Comprehensive Diagnostic Mapping
Dr. Solomon uses K7 neuromuscular TMJ technology to record how your jaw moves in three dimensions, where TMJ muscles are overworking, and what your ideal bite position should be. The diagnostic session takes about 90 minutes and is often described by patients as the most thorough TMJ evaluation they have ever received.
Data Analysis and Treatment Planning
Once diagnostics are complete, Dr. Solomon reviews everything with you, including muscle scans, joint sounds, and bite force distribution. You will see exactly what is happening inside your TMJ and why you are experiencing symptoms. Dr. Solomon then outlines a TMJ treatment sequence tailored to your specific dysfunction and bite misalignment.
Orthotic Fabrication and Fitting
If an orthotic is recommended, it is built according to your neuromuscular TMJ position, not simply an impression of your current bite. You will wear it full-time at first to allow the jaw muscles to relax into proper alignment. This phase may take weeks or months, depending on the severity of your TMJ disorder.
Progress Monitoring and Adjustments
As your TMJ muscles adapt, Dr. Solomon fine-tunes the orthotic to ensure continued improvement. You will return for periodic adjustments and updated muscle testing to confirm steady progress toward jaw stability. Some patients feel relief quickly, while others improve gradually as tissues remodel and inflammation decreases.
Long-Term Stabilization
Once your jaw is stable and pain-free, Dr. Solomon evaluates whether permanent bite correction is needed through equilibration, restorations, or orthodontics. Some patients transition to nighttime orthotic wear only. The goal is long-lasting relief and full TMJ function without dependence on devices.
Healing a TMJ Dysfunctional Jaw Takes Time
Healing a dysfunctional jaw is a gradual process, and steady support is essential. Dr. Sid Solomon guides your progress as your muscles adapt and your jaw settles into a healthier, more stable position. Many patients notice improvement within months, while more complex TMJ cases may require additional time to stabilize fully.
Ongoing care ensures your alignment stays steady and symptoms do not return. Follow-up visits track muscle activity, joint stability, and bite balance. Orthotic adjustments refine your jaw position as tissues remodel. When needed, Dr. Solomon collaborates with other providers to support your recovery. Long-term maintenance may include nighttime orthotic wear, periodic evaluations, or simple daily habits that protect your results.
Post-Treatment Support Includes
Common Questions About TMJ Expert Care
Most general dentists receive only minimal TMJ training. A TMJ expert like Dr. Sid Solomon has spent decades studying gnathology, neuromuscular dentistry, and jaw biomechanics. He uses advanced diagnostic tools such as K7 jaw tracking and electromyography to understand true jaw function. This level of expertise is essential for diagnosing and treating complex TMJ disorders accurately.
Very rarely. Dr. Solomon focuses on non invasive approaches that correct jaw alignment and restore natural function. Surgery is considered only when conservative therapies fail or when structural damage requires it. Most patients achieve relief without surgical intervention.
Treatment duration depends on the severity and duration of your dysfunction. Some patients see improvement within weeks, while more complex cases may take 6 to 12 months to reach full stabilization. As a TMJ expert, Dr. Solomon gives realistic timelines based on your diagnostic findings.
Many medical and dental plans cover parts of TMJ diagnostics and treatment, although coverage varies widely. Our office verifies your benefits and explains any out of pocket costs clearly. We are NOT IN NETWORK with ANY MEDICAL INSURANCE but we will provide all documentation that we can to help patients obtain coverage from insurance based on their out of network PPO coverage if they have that. Medical insurance coverage is ultimately the patient’s responsibility but we will help in any way we can. Any dental coverage will be deducted from the total cost of treatment at the commencement thereof.
Financing
Financing options are available for all patients at 0% or fair interest rates for longer financing terms. We will help you find the best financing company that will suit your needs and help you get signed up with them. We are currently using Cherry and Carecredit.
Patients want a TMJ expert who does not guess. Dr. Solomon uses precise K7 measurements to identify jaw mechanics accurately and invests time listening to your history. His combination of advanced diagnostics, clinical experience, and genuine empathy sets him apart as a leading TMJ specialist in Los Angeles.
Hear From Our Satisfied Patients
James T, Los Angeles
What stood out was how thorough he was. Every other TMJ specialist I saw just looked in my mouth and handed me a night guard. Dr. Solomon used diagnostic equipment I had never seen before, tracked my jaw movement, measured muscle activity, and explained exactly what was causing my headaches. For the first time, everything made sense. The TMJ evaluation finally showed the real problem.
Linda, Los Angeles
I was skeptical, honestly. After failing with physical therapy, chiropractors, and even a neurologist, I decided to try one more TMJ expert. Dr. Solomon did not overpromise. He told me it would take months, and he was right. But six months later, my migraines are gone. Completely gone. I only wish I had found his TMJ treatment approach years earlier.
Michael, Westwood
He is not just technically skilled, he genuinely cares. You can tell he has focused on TMJ disorder his entire career because nothing about my case surprised him. My situation was complicated, but he never acted like it was too difficult. He walked me through every step, made adjustments as my jaw improved, and got me out of pain. I trust him completely.
Watch a Real Case
One of Dr. Solomon's own patients, in their own words.
A patient on finding treatment after years of being told there were no options
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Stop living with jaw pain, headaches, or clicking that no one can explain. Dr. Solomon's diagnostic process gives you clear answers backed by objective data, not vague theories or one-size-fits-all appliances.
