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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 Envisage Dental Ferndown 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 01202 871488 to book a consultation today.

Patient Reviews

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The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Envisage Dental Ferndown. 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…

Patient reviews

1300 Reviews

5.0

17th June 2025

Friendly atmosphere, experienced staff.

17th June 2025

First class service

15th June 2025

Beckky takes great care to do the best job she can. She and the assistant were friendly, efficient and professional

14th June 2025

Staff are always friendly and helpful. My dentist is excellent and explains everything well and not pushy. Also has a lovely manner.

14th June 2025

The overall friendliness, efficiency and surroundings.

14th June 2025

Thank you for your excellent service ,keep the best job.Tom and his team is amazing dentist, very friendly, helpful and he kept me informed what they were doing,before, during, and after tretament/ surgery , and make me so relax during the tretment.

13th June 2025

All persons were very friendly and helpful with a high degree of professionalism.

13th June 2025

I am a very nervous patient. Sue walker is understanding and patient with me

12th June 2025

Happy with my treatment

12th June 2025

Hygienist very professional and understands my concerns

12th June 2025

Very pleasant personable reception, good experience in my appointment with all who I cane into contact with.

12th June 2025

Both the dentist and the hygienist were efficient and friendly, and explained exactly what they were doing.

12th June 2025

Ibrahim Karakus was reassuring and explained his assessment of my dental status very well. Ibrahim has a gentle and kind bedside manner.

11th June 2025

Very professional members of staff. My dentist was gentle and reassuring. Not pushy , knowledgable.

10th June 2025

Warm welcoming and very caring during procedure. I love the staff there.

9th June 2025

The dentist and hygienist made me feel at ease. They were both friendly, efficient and very helpful.

8th June 2025

Visited surgery because of concerns re lump on gum.I was offered an almost immediate appointment with a dentist.He addressed my concerns,put my mind at rest ,and advised me what action was needed next.

7th June 2025

I am a slightly nervous patient and Sarah always puts me at ease and explains everything she is doing and what might be of benefit. All staff are friendly and welcoming. The surgery is always clean and uncluttered. The waiting room is comfortable and has reading material.

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Emily Hilton

I cannot thank Dr Tom Rowland and Taylor enough for my transformation. After going through invislagn and finishing with composite bonding every appointment he has ensured I leave with the perfect smile (even if we encounter a few challenges a long the way - but still made sure the end result was perfect). He has changed not only my teeth but my life with my new smile

4th June 2025

As a very nervous patient , care is always taken not to scare me and I feel i I am in good hands

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