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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

TMJ disorder

TMJ disorder (or Temporo-Mandibular Joint dysfunction) is where the joint that allows the jaw to open and close is misaligned or overworked.

Problems with the function of this joint are common, with symptoms including joint pain, clicking or popping of the jaw, limited opening, earaches and headaches.

It can be caused by:

  • Unbalanced bite
  • Unbalanced dental work
  • Increased muscle activity
  • Increased sensitivity to pain
  • Wear and tear to the inside of the joint
  • Certain types of arthritis
  • Injury

Recommended treatment for TMJ disorder is dependent on individual circumstances, considering the severity of the problem and the cause. Common treatments include:

  • Rest
  • Exercises
  • Physical Therapy
  • Pain Killers
  • Habit control - with the use of night time splits
  • Use of a bite splint to help the jaw muscles relax
  • Manual adjustment of the bite by grinding the teeth - occlusal adjustment
  • Reconstructive dentistry
  • Orthodontics

Your Envisage Dental West Moors dentist will examine the physical functionality of the joint, as well as the internal health of the soft tissue within the mouth. X-rays and scans may also be used in order to obtain a full overview of functionality and determine the best course of treatment for your individual case.

If you are suffering from joint pain or have any concerns with your jaw function, give us a call on 01202 871053 to book a consultation today.

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Envisage Dental West Moors. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

Patient reviews

876 Reviews

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Christine Rose

Always has been efficient friendly service from all at Envisage.

20th April 2025

Caroline Wilcocks and her team are very professional and caring. The whole family is very happy with the service we receive. Thank you.

17th April 2025

Delightful people. Very helpful. Explained things so I could understand and hopefully take more care with my teeth.

17th April 2025

The Implant Consultant is extremely good at his job, he explained everything in detail. He was considerate with the size of my mouth and how long I can keep it open for. The nurse was very caring and massaged my jaw as it was painful to hold open.

17th April 2025

I was seen quickly, and because Rami would be on Annual for my scheduled, the Reception kindly fitted me in on the day I was advised of the cancellation. They also arranged for my husband to be seen 20 minutes before me,. This enabled us to attend at the same time, as I am no longer allowed to drive. Neither of us needed treatment, so have booked another appointment with Rami for next year. It was lovely to see Rami again, he and his Nurse are always kind and helpful. He is an excellent Dentist. Also, all staff in Reception are friendly, efficient and helpful.

SJ

Susan Jones

Lovely practice with experienced and pleasant staff. Excellent service.

GS

ginge on the skins

Polite attention and service

16th April 2025

The check up was conducted efficiently and thoroughly. The staff were friendly and efficient.

MW

Michael Wallis

Very good service from receptionists to Dental staff. Always receive the best help and advice for my dental health.

NP

Nigel Parker

As a very nervous dental patient I highly recommend the team at West Moors for providing a fantastic service

JS

Julie Shearing

I'm usually very scared of dentists, but these people were lovely kind friendly and made me feel so relaxed. I've never experienced that before at a dentist I highly recommend envisage

13th April 2025

excellent service and care

12th April 2025

I have been a patient at Envisage for a number of years, I have had an on going problem with my gums, I have found the service provided to me by Amiee my hygienist and Sevi my dentist to be most professional, they have looked after me brilliantly especially as I can get a little nervous when experiencing oral problems.

9th April 2025

professional & friendly staff

8th April 2025

Carrie is a fantastic dentist, hence following her from her previous practice.The staff are always polite, and every member of staff I come into contact with whilst sat in the reception area always smile, which is really nice and welcoming.

5th April 2025

I was very nervous about my hygiene visit after previous bad experience with another practice. Amie and her nurse immediately put me at ease and were understanding throughout my treatment. The experience was totally different and I no longer feel nervous about any future visits

NC

Nigel Coleman

I have had the need for several treatments over the years and always been well cared for by Rami and the team. I'm delighted with the way my teeth have been looked after and nothing has ever been too much trouble. Highly recommend this great practice.

PT

Paul Thackeray

Professional, friendly and helpful- as always

NC

Neil Clark

Allways brilliant though out the surgery at westmoors. I hate going to the dentist but once your there you know your in safe hands.

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Duane Vincent

I'm a new patient to this Dentist and visited three times , two were short notices to have teeth extracting , of which one was a Wisdom Tooth , they are amazing in every way there , from talking to the receptionists and especially Rami , he is exceptional at his job , very calming , explains everything is detail and a professional in his workmanship. Due to horrific past experiences all my life at Dentists every muscle in my body was tensed solid until I realised he wasn't actually hurting me on borh extraction occasions , he administered the perfect amount of anesthetic and waited for it to fully numb me. My fear of Dentists has gone now

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