TMJ screening is a non-invasive physical evaluation used to examine the function of your temporomandibular joints, which connect your lower jaw to your skull. According to clinical protocols from the American Academy of Orofacial Pain (AAOP), a proper screening combines palpation of the jaw muscles, range-of-motion measurements, and joint sound analysis to catch disorders early. Identifying TMJ dysfunction before it causes severe structural damage prevents chronic headaches, permanent joint deterioration, and costly restorative dental work.
TMJ screening is part of Oral Wellness at Virginia Dental Care, located at 915 N Quincy St in Arlington, VA.
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Virginia Dental Care serves patients from Arlington, Ballston, Clarendon, Virginia Square, Courthouse, Rosslyn, Shirlington, Crystal City, Pentagon City, Falls Church, Alexandria, and McLean and nearby Northern Virginia communities.
For urgent pain, swelling, trauma, or infection concerns, call the office directly so the team can triage timing and next steps.