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Looking for a caring and professional dental practice? We’re excited to welcome new patients to our clinic! Whether you’re due for a check-up, need treatment, or are looking to enhance your smile, our friendly team is here to help.
Contact us today to book your first appointment—we look forward to meeting you!

TMJ disorder

TMJ disorder (or Temporo-Mandibular Joint dysfunction) is where the joint that allows the jaw to open and close is misaligned or overworked.

Problems with the function of this joint are common, with symptoms including joint pain, clicking or popping of the jaw, limited opening, earaches and headaches.

It can be caused by:

  • Unbalanced bite
  • Unbalanced dental work
  • Increased muscle activity
  • Increased sensitivity to pain
  • Wear and tear to the inside of the joint
  • Certain types of arthritis
  • Injury

Recommended treatment for TMJ disorder is dependent on individual circumstances, considering the severity of the problem and the cause. Common treatments include:

  • Rest
  • Exercises
  • Physical Therapy
  • Pain Killers
  • Habit control - with the use of night time splits
  • Use of a bite splint to help the jaw muscles relax
  • Manual adjustment of the bite by grinding the teeth - occlusal adjustment
  • Reconstructive dentistry
  • Orthodontics

Your The Mayhill Dental and Specialist Centre dentist will examine the physical functionality of the joint, as well as the internal health of the soft tissue within the mouth. X-rays and scans may also be used in order to obtain a full overview of functionality and determine the best course of treatment for your individual case.

If you are suffering from joint pain or have any concerns with your jaw function, give us a call on 01600 712020 to book a consultation today.

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to The Mayhill Dental and Specialist Centre. In fact, we have built much of our practice on these valued, trusted recommendations over the years. Read our reviews to hear why our patients are recommending us…

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712 Reviews

5.0

28th March 2025

The care I was given by all the team was second to none! They all went above and beyond and I thank them all for that!

28th March 2025

Staff always friendly and professional.

27th March 2025

Always very friendly

27th March 2025

Professional, knowledgeable and caring team. Helpful reception team. Clean and comfortable environment

27th March 2025

Very friendly and efficient staff throughout the clinic. Warm friendly atmosphere at reception. Thorough check up from dentist and hygienist. Highly recommend the Mayhill.

14th March 2025

All the staff I have met have been very welcoming and friendly. The dentist had been excellent and open and honest with me.

12th March 2025

Great care and attention to detail. I like that they make full use of their records about my dental care and give me very personal attention and treatment.

12th March 2025

All staff are friendly, professional and very accommodating.

12th March 2025

Skill levels, equipment and customer experience were outstanding yet again. Both Clinical and reception team.

12th March 2025

The dentists take the time to explain the procedures. any treatments are carried out to a high standard whilst listening to the patient. Even though the costs can be high you feel well cared for by the team.

11th March 2025

I have been very satisfied in the past with the Dental care, this current appointment was a follow up on a coronectomy which was very successful and I have no hesitation in recommending the Mayhill surgery to all that need a Dental Practice.

11th March 2025

Great service from everybody.

8th March 2025

Was listened to carefully and given several treatment options

8th March 2025

Staff were polite, friendly and professional.

8th March 2025

Mayhill strives to be the best possible dental clinic.

28th February 2025

Very efficient

26th February 2025

The experience is patient-centred, he reception staff friendly and helpful and the dentist very efficient and professional and relaxed with patients

26th February 2025

Sarah always explains everything.Considerate and respectfulNurse kind and caring

25th February 2025

Thanks again - I feel very fortunate to have Mayhill on my doorstep.

21st February 2025

I have used this dentist for many years and now know and trust the dentist and hygienist well, it that changed I would have to build up trust with a new person.

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