New Orleans and Metairie, LA (Louisiana) Orthodontist G. Bradley Gottsegen
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TMJ Therapy

TMJ is an acronym that is used to describe the temporomandibular joint, or jaw joint. This joint is one of the most complicated in the body, and, in fact, is the only joint in the body capable of both rotary and sliding function (ginglimo-arthrodial). TMD, or dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints, is one of the most common problems we face in today's high-stress environment. These problems are commonly related to painful spasms of the muscles that act upon the joints and/or to structural changes within the joints themselves. Symptoms of TMD can range from pain in the facial and neck musculature to popping and/or locking of the jaw joint.

While treatment of such conditions can often be challenging and multifaceted, we take pride in our long-established success rate in helping people get out of chronic pain and suffering. Our goal in these cases is to create a new reality that is infinitely more tolerable, if not 100% pain-free. In all but the most severe cases, this can be achieved on a conservative, non-surgical basis. We would be happy to evaluate you for these problems to ascertain your individual likelihood for successful therapeutic intervention.

Take the TMJ survey to see if you require treatment. Please print both
sheets, fill them out, and mail them to our office or bring them with you to
your consultation appointment. Thank you.

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G. Bradley Gottsegen, D.D.S.
Orthodontist

Uptown:
3424 Coliseum Street | New Orleans, LA 70115
P. 504-895-4841 | F. 504-899-4872

Metairie:
4425 Clearview Parkway | Metairie, LA 70006
P. 504-454-6272 | F. 504-899-4872