Jaw pain or TMJ check with Dr. Mitchell.

There are several appliances that may be used to help eliminate jaw pain.  One appliance is an NTI, it has been very reliable.  Another option available to a patient is Botox.  If you wake, in the morning with pain in your jaw or your jaw is hard to open, you may be grinding your teeth at night.  Often a patient might hear a cracking or popping sound.  Any symptoms concerning your jaw need to be addressed. Call julie at Dr. Mitchell's office in Overland Park, KS.