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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 Newcastle Dental Practice 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 01782 616178 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 Newcastle Dental Practice. 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

742 Reviews

5.0

27th July 2025

Lovely staff who make you feel at ease and treat you with respect and kindness.

25th July 2025

Staff are great. Dentists and hygienists are caring and are top quality

25th July 2025

Emily and her nurse are very courteous caring and professional

24th July 2025

Lovely place with extremely friendly and helpful staff

24th July 2025

Lovely friendly staff

23rd July 2025

I am a very nervous and frightened patient. The procedure I had today was long an unpleasant for me. However the support I received from Marcus, Molly and also the receptionist was fabulous. It could have turned out to be a lot more traumatic for me if it wasn't for the compassionate and skilled team. Thank you for doing everything you could to put me at ease! I would very much recommend this practise for anyone who is nervous or fearful.

20th July 2025

The clarity of information given, quality of service and friendliness of staff.

20th July 2025

Everyone is polite and helpful. You are put at ease as soon as you enter.

19th July 2025

Efficient, competent and courteous

18th July 2025

The friendliness of the staff

16th July 2025

My appointment was for a check up and cleaning. The dentist advised me that there was a new and less invasive procedure for teeth cleaning which I would find to be much easier to deal with.It took far less time and was far more comfortable than previously. The dentist talked to me all the time and it gave me lots of encouragement and I felt far happier than on past visits for hygiene treatment.I am very happy with my dentist and would definitely recommend him to friends.

10th July 2025

Calming influence of all staff as im a nervous patient

10th July 2025

Being allocated appropriate time for the hygienist to do her work to the highest standard. Dealing with an educated person that properly explains the procedures and my progress towards healthy teeth and gums.

9th July 2025

Reception team are friendly and called the day before to confirm my appointment and discuss treatment options. Claire, who did my appointment, is approachable and explains what my treatment will be. As someone who is a nervous patient, she puts me at ease

9th July 2025

Very friendly, helpful staff. The dentist listened to me & made me feel very at ease. All my questions were answered fully. Cannot rate highly enough. Thank you.

5th July 2025

My experience was really great as I have a fear of the dentist and have health issues so it’s difficult for me but everyone was great as they helped me be calm and get through the appointment.So overall a great experience!

4th July 2025

Friendly

2nd July 2025

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2nd July 2025

Excellent dentist Chris and Hygienist Simon

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Susan Wain

I had a bad experience at another dental practice so didn’t go to see a hygienist for a couple of years .Jen and Casey were amazing ,they understood and I had a pain free experienc and they took their time with me .I came out feeling a different person .I thank them so much .

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