TMJ Specialist in Banjara Hills

Not every click or pop means treatment. Many people have harmless disc movement in the jaw joint that causes noise but no pain, no locking, and no limited opening. In these cases, we typically monitor rather than intervene. Treatment becomes necessary when clicking accompanies pain, when the jaw locks open or closed, when chewing becomes difficult, or when morning headaches and ear aches persist. These signs suggest the disc is displaced, the joint surface is inflamed, or the bite is forcing the joint into a damaging position. Our Oral Surgeon at Eledent Banjara Hills confirms what your joint actually needs after a full examination. No treatment is recommended without this assessment.

The right approach depends on the source of pain, joint damage level, and your daily bite demands. Conservative Splint Therapy: a custom-fitted acrylic guard worn at night to reduce clenching and let the joint settle. Best for: patients with muscle-based pain, bruxism, or early disc displacement without joint erosion. Physiotherapy-Guided Rehabilitation: targeted exercises and manual therapy to restore normal jaw movement patterns. Best for: patients with limited opening, muscle guarding, or after splint therapy has reduced acute pain. Occlusal Adjustment: precise reshaping of tooth surfaces to eliminate bite interferences that drive joint overload. Best for: patients where specific teeth hit prematurely and redirect force into the joint. Injection Therapy: anti-inflammatory medication placed into the joint space or trigger points for persistent cases. Best for: patients with confirmed joint inflammation who have not responded to splint and physiotherapy. Our Oral Surgeon confirms which type suits your case after assessment at Eledent Banjara Hills.

If any of the following describes your jaw over the past month, book an assessment at Eledent Banjara Hills. Delaying diagnosis can allow joint disc damage or bite collapse to progress, making later treatment more involved. Jaw Pain That Worsens With Chewing or Talking Clicking or Popping Noise When Opening Wide Morning Headaches With Tired Jaw Muscles Jaw Locking or Catching, Even Briefly Ear Pain Without Ear Infection Present Teeth That No Longer Meet Evenly Our Oral Surgeon at Eledent Banjara Hills examines and confirms diagnosis after assessment. The specialist confirms whether TMJ therapy or continued monitoring is right for your case.

Every case follows a structured process from assessment to completion at Eledent Banjara Hills. 1. Consultation and History: We discuss when your symptoms started, what triggers them, and any previous treatments you have tried. 2. Clinical Examination: The Oral Surgeon palpates jaw muscles, tests opening range, and checks for joint tenderness or deviation. 3. Imaging: We take CBCT at Eledent Banjara Hills to see bone and joint structure; MRI referral is arranged if soft disc detail is needed. 4. Diagnosis and Plan: We explain whether your pain is joint, muscle, or bite-driven, and present therapy options with expected timelines. 5. Treatment Phase: Splint fitting, bite adjustment, or physiotherapy begins with clear instructions and follow-up schedule. 6. Review and Maintenance: We reassess your joint function, adjust the splint if needed, and plan long-term monitoring to prevent relapse.

Most patients who visit our Banjara Hills clinic want to know whether they can avoid surgery. The honest answer: most can. Splint therapy works when the problem is muscle overactivity, night clenching, or early disc displacement without bone change. The splint separates your teeth, lets the jaw find a neutral position, and reduces load on the joint. Results typically build over 4 to 12 weeks of consistent night wear. Surgery becomes a consideration only when there is confirmed joint bone erosion, ankylosis, or a torn disc that blocks function and has failed all conservative therapy. Our Oral Surgeon at Eledent Banjara Hills confirms which path applies after imaging and assessment. We do not refer for surgery without documented conservative failure.

Cost depends on your specific case and is confirmed after assessment at Eledent Banjara Hills. We do not quote blindly. Diagnostic Depth: CBCT imaging versus additional MRI referral affects initial investment. Splint Type: A simple soft night guard differs from a hard acrylic repositioning splint with adjusted bite surface. Therapy Stages: Single-phase splint therapy costs less than combined splint, physiotherapy, and occlusal adjustment. Tooth Restoration Needs: When worn or misaligned teeth drive joint overload, bite rebuilding adds to overall cost. Follow-Up Frequency: Complex cases need more adjustment visits to refine splint fit and jaw position. The exact cost is confirmed after our Oral Surgeon assessment at Eledent Banjara Hills and a clear estimate is given before treatment begins. Call +91 77996 44994 for a consultation and case-specific estimate.