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Chiropractic for TMJ Disorders

Many cases of TMJ are caused by hypertonic (too tight) muscles, joints and ligaments. Chiropractic care and manual therapy (like myofascial release) is a safe and effective way to treat TMJ Disorders and TMJ Dysfunction. The chiropractors at Lehigh Valley Chiropractic have successful worked with TMJ sufferers to alleviate their pain and related TMJ symptoms with an effective hands-on approach.

TMJD Relief and Chiropractic

There are many studies that link tightness in the head and neck and dysfunction in the cervical spine to TMJ disorders and dysfunction. Treatments like chiropractic adjustments (spinal manipulation), manual therapy (like myofascial release) to structures in the head and neck (like the masseter, ptyergoid, suboccipital, and temporalis muscles and/or the temporomandibular joint itself), and intra-oral (inside your mouth) myofascial (muscle) release, in addition to lifestyle related changes like avoidance of hard foods, stress management, and muscle relaxation exercises has “worked wonders” for our TMJ patients.

We encourage TMJ sufferers to try safe alternatives like chiropractic care for the management of their TMJ symptoms before taking medications, undergoing invasive dentistry procedures, Botox injections or prior to undergoing surgery. Chiropractic and myofascial therapy TMJ solutions can be just the answer you’ve been looking for.

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Dr Scott Bentson

His background in biomedical engineering/physics and specialized training as a Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP) gives Dr. Scott Bentson a unique perspective and area of expertise when it comes to biomechanics and pain management.
His passion for helping people to feel their best combined with this specialized expertise has made him a chiropractor who is in high demand. Dr. Bentson lives and practices in Bethlehem, PA and enjoys sharing this practice with his wife and the creator of YouAnew Lifestyle Nutrition, Dr. Kristen Bentson.

Affiliations

Lehigh Valley Chiropractic Affiliations