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Testimonials
Trenton Mansfield
Dr. Barb and her staff are excellent!! They are very informative about what they are doing and take the time to answer any questions i may have. Dr. Barb truly cares about her patients and the care they receive. I recommend them to anyone looking for a awesome dentist. -via
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Frequent headaches? Uncomfortable bite? Neck/Shoulder/Back/Face pain? Jaw locking when jaw is opened or closed? These are all symptoms of TMJ Disorder.
What is TMJ?
“TMJ” is an acronym for temporomandibular joint, that is to say, the jaw joint. The temporomandibular joints are the joints in front of the ears attaching the lower jaw to the skull. They are essential to daily jaw functions such as opening and closing your mouth, chewing and speaking.
What Are TMJ Disorders?
TMJ disorders refer to conditions, manifested by pain in the area of the jaw and jaw muscles and limitations in the ability of the jaw to operate normally while speaking, eating, and swallowing.
The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research of the National Institutes of Health states that 10.8 million people in the USA suffer from TMJ problems. 90% of those seeking treatment for TMJ are women during their childbearing years.
What Causes TMJ Disorders?
Medical research has not yet defined all the causes of the various TMJ disorders. Some patients report having TMJ symptoms following trauma, dental treatment, traffic accidents, or following the adoption of habits such as clenching or grinding the teeth. Arthritis in other parts of the body is sometimes linked to TMJ pain.
Symptoms of TMJ Disorder
Frequent headaches
Uncomfortable bite
Neck/shoulder/back pain
Facial swelling
Pain of the face
Pain of the jaw joint and/or the ear
Jaw locking when jaw open or closed
Restricted ability or complete inability to open the mouth without pain
Treatment of TMJ Disorder
At present, there are more than 50 treatments in use ranging from very conservative, reversible therapies to more aggressive, invasive approaches.
Please Call us to schedule a consultation to help you decide which therapy is right for you.
Don’t hesitate to contact us to discuss any aspect of your dental health – we don’t charge for giving advice!
Dr. Barb is by far one of the best dentist I’ve ever come across. I literally drive an hour to see her and won’t let anyone else work on me or my family. She really listens to your concerns and does amazing cosmetic dental work!! If I could could 10 stars I would!
—Constance Lucas
Via
Dr. Barb and her staff are excellent!! They are very informative about what they are doing and take the time to answer any questions i may have. Dr. Barb truly cares about her patients and the care they receive. I recommend them to anyone looking for a awesome dentist.
—Trenton Mansfield
Via
After my dentist suddenly left the office, I was scheduled to see Dr. Barbara Wetmore and I couldn't be happier with the service I received. Even with the stressful nature of my appointment I didn't feel anxious like I usually do at the dentist and felt like she really cared about what was best for me. I highly recommend this dentist to anyone in the area looking for someone friendly and competent.
—Jenna Wilhelm
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This has been my dental office for 2 years now. I woke up yesterday morning with a horrible toothache, and called the office. To my surprise, the doctor was there and told me to come to the office right away. Who has a dentist that they can see on the weekend? i had to get my tooth extracted (no fun) but it was pain free and needless to say, I have no more tooth ache!
—Katie Roth
Via
Dr. Barbara Wetmore and staff, As a new patient to your dental office, I would like to thank you for a very pleasant and professional experience. Lynn Ann performed an excellent cleaning, taking care not to damage my 3 repaired chipped teeth. Dr. Barbara gave me a thorough oral examination and provided me with an effective teeth whitening product. The office atmosphere is friendly and tropical with nice overhead TV's and a massage chair, which engage the patient away from the dental work being done. The office staff filed with my insurance company seamlessly. It was well worth the drive from Merritt island to Rockledge, FL to receive such good care. I look forward to my next visit to your office.