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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 Hindhead Dental Practice 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 01428 605802 to book a consultation today.

Patient Reviews

People are talking about us

The biggest complement we receive is when our patients refer their friends and family to Hindhead Dental Practice. 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

665 Reviews

5.0

6th July 2025

Everyone in the Dental Practice is extremely friendly and efficient and I always come away totally satisfied with their work on my mouth and teeth.

KB

kerry bedford

As always, a professional and personable experience yesterday at the dentists. It seems just wrong to say it is a pleasure to go the dentist. Thanks team.

2nd July 2025

Highly professional and empathetic hygienist and dentist both of whom make me feel comfortable and confident of expert care.

WK

Wendy Kelly

Julie Watson is an extremely knowledgeable professional with a very kind and calming manner. I wouldn’t change her for the world !

28th June 2025

Prompt - efficient - felt (relatively!) relaxed

25th June 2025

An experienced team, delivering a great service.

AL

Ann Laventure

Julie, the hygienist is very very gentle and does a amazing professional job.

AD

Ali Daniels

Always a great experience

12th June 2025

As always, excellent attention and treatment from both the dentist and the hygienist, and both of their assistants were friendly, helpful and efficient.

SN

Susan Nyfield

Lovely people. Seen on time and the care they take is second to none. I travel a long way to visit this Hygenist and dentist and it is well worth it. Reception is also very helpful and reassuring

11th June 2025

Knowledgable and experienced staff also compassionate and understanding

LH

Lydia Holbrook

Always a good experience, friendly and professional, brilliant with children too!

IF

Ian Fowler

Polite and professional

KH

karen humphrey

1st class and friendly service as always.

22nd May 2025

Friendly and efficient staff and treatment

22nd May 2025

Sasha, the receptionist always makes the journey amazing followed by Paul. Always polite, professional and lovely, all the nurses are amazing. My daughter Isla, gets nervous at first but they are super patient with her and makes her feel comfortable

17th May 2025

Prompt on timeCourteous welcome and immediate recognition by both receptionist and dentist

15th May 2025

Continuity Seeing the same dentist and hygienist over many years .

RM

Roger Marchant

Absolutely friendly & professional

SS

Susan Sinclair

From the first phone call, the whole experience has been welcoming, professional, experienced & pleasant. Thank you very much.

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