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Get Total Relief From TMJ At Hawthorne Dental Associates

If you have prolonged pain and discomfort in your temporomandibular joint, jaw, face, head or neck, you may be suffering from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ or TMD).

Cosmetic Dentistry of Hawthorne, NJ, offers medication and advanced treatment options that eliminate pain and properly position the jaw.


The Effects of TMJ

  • Severe Headaches
  • Sensitive Teeth
  • Misaligned Teeth
  • Jaw Displacement
  • Temporomandibular Joint
  • Inflammation/Impairment
  • Jaw Muscle Pain
  • Facial Swelling
  • Teeth Cleaning
  • Stiff or Locked Jaw

TMJ can also impair cosmetic reconstructive procedures, dental restoration and smile makeovers.


TMJ Treatment

The goal of neuromuscular dentistry is to place the jaw in its most optimal and comfortable position. Dr.Josephine Carapezza, DDS, and his expert dental staff help treat TMJ or TMD with pain-relieving dental solutions.

During a consultation, we'll evaluate the condition of your jaw and mouth and offer the appropriate treatment options, including appliance therapy and restructuring procedures such as:

  • Bit Adjustment and Surface Reshaping
  • Dental Restoration
  • Bite Guards
  • Bite Splints

Appliances are fabricated to meet the unique design of your mouth and jaw. If necessary, we may suggest oral or maxillofacial surgery to treat severe cases of TMJ.

Reasons You Should Come To Our Dental Office

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Financing Available

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“Great Experience!Very clean, friendly staff, and overall a very pleasant experience! Dr. Carapezza is a thorough dentist and answered all my questions in detail.”

- Crystal B.

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Cosmetic Dentistry of Hawthorne New Jersey

Phone:(973) 957-1571

Hours:Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Address:625 Lafayette Ave Suite 102, Hawthorne NJ, 07506

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