Grand Rapids Dentists
Serving Grandville and Grand Rapids
What Is TMJ and TMD Therapy?
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are a group of conditions that cause pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and muscles.
Symptoms include:
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Painful jaw joint or muscles around your jaw, especially in the morning hours or late afternoon
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Facial, neck, shoulder, or back pain
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Clicking, popping, or jaw stiffness
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Jaw locking up
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Ringing in the ears or earaches
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Headaches or migraines
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Dizziness or feeling lightheaded
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Teeth sensitivity
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Tingling or numbness in your fingers
How can Botox help with TMJ?
Botox® works by blocking certain chemical signals from nerves to gently paralyze muscles from contracting. In the facial region, this helps to relax the forehead and around-the-eye areas to reduce wrinkles. Botox® injections, however, can also provide a number of other benefits, both physical and psychological, to people of all ages. They can be used to treat TMJ, neck pain, lazy eye, chronic migraines, incontinence, underarm sweating, and various muscular dysfunctions. Call or speak with our team during your next dental visit to discuss whether you would be a good candidate for Botox® injections.
TMJ Therapy
If you experience pain from TMJ, teeth grinding, or migraines, you may benefit from TMJ/TMD Therapy. The doctors and assistants here at Grand Rapids Dental Partners offer safe and convenient Botox injections for patients throughout the Grand Rapids and Grandville, MI areas that can help with TMJ.
TMJ Treatments
If you suffer from jaw pain, headaches, earaches, or a “clicking” or “popping” sound when you open and close your mouth, you may be experiencing symptoms of TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder). While grinding your teeth (bruxism) can attribute to TMJ’s development, there are still other varied contributors to the condition, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, and other types of traumas. This jaw disorder can be painful and is different for every patient. Grand Rapids Dental Partners can provide treatment options – from BOTOX, bite guards, or night guards.
What to expect with BOTOX® injections:
BOTOX® injection is a minor procedure that does not require you to prepare or plan for recovery in any serious way. You should let the doctor know if you take certain medications, such as muscle relaxants, blood thinners, sleep aids, or allergy remedies. If you feel more comfortable, you can have your skin around the injection site numbed beforehand, though most patients do not experience any pain or discomfort. The Botox is injected through a thin needle and a variety of factors determine the number of injections you will need. Once the procedure is completed, you may resume normal activities, but over the next 24 hours, you should avoid rubbing the injection sites to prevent the spread of the toxin to other areas. You can expect to see results within a few days which will last up to three months or more.
We can’t wait to meet you!
Patients come first – we provide excellent Dental services that incorporate innovation and technology.
Why Choose Us
Experienced Doctors
Our doctors have been practicing dentistry for a over 20 years combined.
Scheduling Convenience
With two locations to serve you at in Cascade and Grand Rapids, our dental team will schedule you for your dental appointment when it fits into your schedule.
Part of Your Community
We are a small business, that is family owned and operated. Grand Rapids loves serving the Grand Rapids, Cascade and Grandville communities. You will often find our team volunteering after office hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes, we are accepting new patients in Grand Rapids. If you’re in need of Preventative Dentistry, Family Dentistry, Sleep Apnea Treatments, and other dental services – Grand Rapids Dental Partners is here to help!
What insurance do you accept?
We’re in-network with Delta Dental of Michigan and can bill most other insurances. Our staff is happy to answer any of your insurance questions and we offer a complementary benefits check, or pre-authorization as needed.
Why should I choose Grand Rapids Dental Partners?
Our philosophy is to never stop learning our dentists and the team continually adopts successful techniques and treatments as they evolve, providing our patients with the best possible care.
The team of dentists and hygienists at Grand Rapids Dental Partners are proud to be your source of quality dental care. With offices located in Grand Rapids, and Grandville, MI, we can see and treat patients with a variety of procedures. To further improve your oral health, we welcome you to contact our dentist office today to learn more about our treatment options or to schedule an appointment!
What should I do in a dental emergency?
If you find yourself in a dental emergency, please call or email our office as soon as possible. We will do everything we can to help you in your time of need.
What should I do if I lose a dental crown?
Depending on what type of dental crown you have, things happen, and they can fall out on a rare occasion. If your crown does fall out, please try to keep it, and bring it with you to your appointment.
What is Sleep Dentistry?
Sleep apnea is a disorder that prevents the body from getting enough oxygen during sleep. People with sleep apnea stop breathing for brief periods of time while sleeping. The most common form of sleep apnea is called Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). The name comes from throat blockage that is caused by the tongue or palate.
Dr. Josh Smith is a member of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (AADSM) and, in collaboration with the local sleep centers at Spectrum Health and Metro Health, he remains up to date on the latest treatments for sleep apnea.
Does Grand Rapids Dental Partners offer periodontal disease treatments?
Yes, we offer Periodontal (Gum Disease) Treatment options at your dental cleanings. Our goal is to treat periodontal disease non-surgically and our routine hygiene appointments can help with intervention.
Do you offer Botox in your office?
If you are interested in boosting your appearance to look younger without undergoing cosmetic surgery, you may want to consider getting Botox injections. Botox injections are non-invasive, outpatient treatments used to alleviate issues related to aging. The doctors and assistants here at Grand Rapids Dental Partners offer safe and convenient Botox injections for patients throughout the Cascade, Grand Rapids, and Grandville, MI areas.
What should I do if mine, or my child’s tooth, is knocked out?
Should a tooth get knocked out please contact our office as soon as possible. We know it can be scary, but try not to panic, we will do everything we can to help you with your knocked out tooth and discuss options and recommendations based on your circumstances.
What should I do if I crack a tooth?
Grand Rapids Dental Partners understand that a cracked tooth is painful! Please contact us to give us details on your cracked tooth right away!
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