Marc J. Beshar Dentistry

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40 Central Park South
Suite 2E
New York, NY 10019

Phone: 212-753-2240
Fax: 212-355-1741

TM Joint Therapy

"TMJ" is a problem involving the Temporomandibular joint and the muscles used in chewing. Patients experience a variety of symptoms including headaches, pain in the muscles and the ear, jaw locking (inability to open or close) and joint sounds. Dr. Beshar has extensive advanced education in TMJ treatment and teaches at The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education, a world-renowned institute for TMJ treatment. Most patients are treated quickly and effectively in the office and are sent home with a comfortable nighttime appliance.

Our office evaluates the joint and muscle health for all our patients. We are proactive about functionally designing dentistry so that there is minimal stress on the joint. This is an important part of our mission to deliver the finest dental care available.

"No way was I going to wear a night guard! Well, that is until the pain from TMJ was unbearable. The night guard made all the difference. I guess I should have listened to Dr. Beshar sooner . . ."

- P. H.

"I had night fatigue from my grinding. What I felt with the appliance was that my bite had a nicer fit and my jaw felt relaxed. My bite had a better fit and my jaw was more relaxed after the appliance."

- James

"I came to see Dr. Beshar because there was pain in my jaw. After wearing a comfortable night guard and adjusting my bite my symptoms were reduced."

- Mitch Semel

"Gaining awareness of the structure and education about my bite problems helped me understand and accept treatment. Wearing the jig allowed my jaw to relax quickly and my speech was enhanced"

- Carey Bond