TMJ Care
Jaw pain, clicking, or stiffness can make eating and talking uncomfortable.
Jaw and facial symptoms can have different causes. Dr. Enrique Prieto reviews your history and symptoms, then discusses whether an evaluation here may be appropriate or whether a dentist, physician, or other clinician should assess you. We’ll explain your options and next steps without assuming one treatment fits everyone.
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One-on-One Care
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Care Based on Your Exam
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Downey, CA
How Can TMJ Symptoms Affect Daily Life?
Jaw pain, tenderness, stiffness, or clicking can affect chewing and speaking. Symptoms vary, and an evaluation can help determine the right next step.
Jaw Pain & Tenderness
Jaw discomfort or tenderness may affect chewing, talking, or other daily activities.
Jaw Clicking & Stiffness
Clicking or stiffness may occur, but painful or persistent symptoms merit evaluation.
Chewing & Speaking
Jaw symptoms may make eating, talking, or opening the mouth uncomfortable.
Start With a Jaw Evaluation.
Jaw pain and dysfunction can have different causes. We’ll review your symptoms, health history, and any previous dental or medical evaluation. Dr. Prieto will examine relevant jaw movement and surrounding areas within his scope, explain the findings, and discuss whether care here may be appropriate or if referral to a dentist or physician is recommended.
Care Based on Your Findings.
TMJ and jaw symptoms can have many causes. Care recommendations depend on your history and examination. Options may include non-invasive guidance within our scope, and coordination with a dentist or physician may be appropriate. We’ll discuss benefits, risks, alternatives, limitations, and costs before you decide. Results vary.
Your First Visit.
01 · WE LISTEN
Tell us about jaw pain, clicking, stiffness, and trouble chewing or speaking.
02 · WE EVALUATE
We’ll review your history and assess your jaw and related areas as appropriate.
03 · WE PLAN
We’ll explain our findings and discuss care here, dental evaluation, or medical follow-up.
Questions Before You Book?
Can you diagnose a TMJ disorder here?
Diagnosis may require a dentist or physician. We review your symptoms and examination findings, explain our scope, and recommend referral or coordination when appropriate.
What symptoms can occur with TMD?
Symptoms may include jaw or chewing muscle pain, jaw stiffness, or painful clicking. These symptoms can have other causes; a dentist or physician can help determine what is behind them.
When should I seek urgent care?
Seek urgent care after a jaw injury, for rapidly increasing facial swelling, or trouble breathing or swallowing. Call 911 for breathing difficulty.
Meet Dr. Enrique Prieto.
I started Be Better Chiropractic to give people a place where they feel heard and have options. Whether you’re trying to get through the workday with less pain, return to exercise, or simply move more comfortably, I want to understand what matters to you and help you make a plan to get there.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
👉 Book Your Appointment Online
📍 Serving Downey, Ca & surrounding areas
📞 Call or text for questions
323.317.4771