Can Invisalign Help Me with TMJ Problems?

I had a lot of TMJ pain and went through braces and a mandibular osteotomy advancement about 5 years ago with good results. It pretty much resolved my pain however over the last year I have noticed the pain starting to return. When I look at my bite I can see that the back lower teeth have depressed into the gums some, more like they were before I had braces, and it's causing my bite to deepen. If this is indeed the cause of the pain returning can Invisalign correct this or would I need braces again?

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Invisalign can help with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems.

One of the most significant causes of TMJ are dental malocclusions ("bad bites"). When properly diagnosed and treatment planned, Invisalign can be an effective treatment to correct and/or alleviate pain and damage to the TMJ. Conditions such as "deep bites" and "edge to edge" bites can be very traumatic to the TMJ causing neuromuscular pain and spasm. These conditions can be effectively treated with Invisalign.

Gerry Curatola, DDS

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Deep bite returning after TMJ correction indicates relapse occurring

Thank you for your very clear explanation of your current problem. You are receiving great advice from both Dr. Firouzian and Dr. Neuhaus who have already commented on your situation. As one who has practiced neuromuscular orthodontics/dentistry for the last 28 years, I believe it is by far the most reliable and scientific method to use for correction of TMJ Dysfunction. I am glad your initial success 5 years ago was good, but it seem that your deep bite returning and the... more

Invisalign for TMJ treatment

You should find an experienced neuromuscular dentist in your area who also performs orthodontic treatment for TMJ correction. I've treated many TMJ patients with neuromuscular orthodontics successfully by first having them wear a removable orthotic appliance to see if their symptoms are alleviated before moving their teeth. I've found invisalign to not be very effective in correction of collapsed bites or deep bites but that's not to say it won't work for you. ... more

Invisalign & TMJ Pain

If your bite is collapsing now, that could very well be the cause of your TMJ pain returning. Do a search online for a Neuromuscular Dentist in your area. We are very well trained in diagnosing and treating TMJ problems caused by poor bites. My advice to you is to determine the correct bite BEFORE initiating any orthodontic treatment, whether it be standard or Invisalign. Know beforehand if the new bite position will correct your TMJ symptoms.