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Jaw Joint Problems (TMD)

Relief From Jaw Joint Pain

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Jaw Joint Problems (TMD)

The more technical name for this type of problem is Temporo-Mandibular Dysfunction Syndrome (TMD) and is a peculiar problem. We all have a little of it, but for some people, it causes a lot of problems and pain. It is where the teeth, muscles of the jaw and the jaw joints are not working together properly.

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What does the TMD treatment entail?

Initially, Dr Tom Donnelly will examine and access your individual problems and advise if he may be able to help you.
He may make a diagnostic aid which you wear overnight which gives an indication as to whether a full treatment is justified in your particular case. If wearing this gives some relief of your symptoms, he may advise you to wear a Michigan splint. This is similar to a hard gum shield but, with regular adjustments, it could help to alleviate the pain and symptoms.

Dr Tom Donnelly has had great success over many years with patients who have had many symptoms including migraines, worn down teeth or who have had teeth extracted, but did not understand why they were occuring.

What are the symptoms of TMD?

The symptoms can be a pain when eating, headaches, neck aches, face aches, toothaches, tooth wear, tooth movement with gum disease, limitation on opening your mouth and even migraines. This list looks very long and complicated and does not mean that every one of these problems is TMD, but it is an area where if you do have these symptoms and we can link them to TMD, then we can often treat and help reduce the symptoms.

Dr. Tom Donnelly - Lead dentist at 41 South Bar Dental Practice

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Dr. Tom Donnelly MSc (B'ham) MSc (Bristol) BDS (GDC reg no. 54375)

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Went to 41 South Bar today on an emergency appointment with chronic toothache. Fully expected to have a tooth out and a hefty bill. But no, my tooth was saved and my pension was saved. I’ll be back.

Sue Price

Always professional, service with a big smile. Exceptional level of care delivered from every member of staff, very accommodating and generous with time afforded to go through every stage of care. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.

Shirley

Been seeing Tom and his team for over twenty years. I have complete confidence that my teeth and gums are getting the best possible service. Highly recommended.

David Doorly

The treatment and care I received from every professional that I came into contact with at 41 South Bar was exceptional. Everyone was polite, friendly ad an excellent practitioner. Tom is an absolutely first class dentist with a pleasant “bed-side” manner. I am delighted with my implants. They couldn’t be better. Many thanks to all at 41 South Bar

Karen Pitts

My close family now all go to South Bar. I have been coming for years and the treatment has been excellent. My mum changed to Tom earlier this year and has been so delighted. She said she wished she had changed years ago. Even my dental phonic daughter in law travels from Reading to the practice.

Helen Hutchings

I have had implants and a crown done by Tom. He and his team are fantastic, I cannot recommend them highly enough. Tom is highly skilled and the facilities at South Bar are second to none. The quality of Tom’s work and his knowledge and expertise are superb Staff are so friendly and Tom is so thoughtful about his work. A model dental practice.

Philip Scull

Tom was knowledgeable and helpful and friendly throughout. I have been suffering with pain in my teeth and Tom was able to provide a possible diagnosis and reassure me on many concerns that I have been having. The receptionists created a friendly atmosphere in the practice and they were helpful during phone calls.

Patient, June 2020

May I say a very big thank you to all concerned in making my visit so safe this week. It was exemplary and was very much appreciated.

Very best wishes to all at 41 Southbar.

Paul Jackson

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