Oftentimes, symptoms of TMJ dysfunction or pain don't occur in a vacuum. Most commonly there are also signs of occlusal or bite problems, airway issues, craniofacial pain, neck misalignment, pelvis roation and SI joint dysfunction, and poor craniofacial development. A good treatment plan will take all of these structures into account when discussing a plan. Dr. Scoppa is a TMJ specialist in Bellevue Symptoms of TMJ Symptoms of TMJ and jaw dysfunction, apnea, and poor craniof

WHY is my jaw popping? A common questions asked by those with jaw pain. TMJ Specialist Dr. Scoppa explains why.

As one of the only non-dental TMJ specialists in the country, Dr. Scoppa is uniquely poised to provide holistic and results driven treatment plans to his patients suffering from TMJ pain. Sometimes this is stand-alone treatment within his clinic, sometimes it is co-management with a dentist or orthodontist, myofunctional therapist, or other professional. However, it ALL starts with the right diagnosis, and hearing what the patient actually wants out of care. Some people with

What's below the surface We often get asked by dentists, orthodontists, and patients, “when is the best time to coordinate cranial and structural care” in regards to dental or orthodontic treatment. This question is about a vital aspect of any chiropractic, dental or orthodontic care, and the answer lies in cranial dental comanagement strategies. When is the best time to add spinal and cranial care? Let's dig deeper. Although there is no right or wrong answer and often the a

We're lucky here in the pacific northwest, for many reasons! But one that you might not be aware of is that we have some fantastic TMJ specialists in this area. Dr. Jason Scoppa, is the only TMJ specialist in the area that is not a dentist or orthodontist. He utilizes holistic physical medicine techniques that focus on root causes of TMJ pain and dysfunction . TMJ issues are a whole body problem that can't be treated without addressing dysfunctions in the rest of the body. A

Dr. Jason Scoppa, TMJ Specialist Seattle, is the only TMJ specialist in the Seattle area that is not a dentist or orthodontist. We utilize non-surgical and non-invasive physical medicine therapies that address the myriad of reasons why someone might be having TMJ pain and dysfunction. Dr. Jason Scoppa, TMJ Specialist Seattle TMJ issues are complex, and often a holistic, whole body approach is necessary. We are trained to evaluate the head, neck, and jaw, as well as other area

Aside from the low back, TMJ pain can be one of the most intense areas of pain in the whole body. Ask anyone that’s experienced it before, it can be debilitating. TMJ pain relief can be a lifesaver. The TMJ, or jaw joint, consists of the mandible, or jaw, and it’s connection to the skull at the temporal bones on either side of the head. The jaw bone sits in a disc on either side of the face, and this disc allows the jaw bone to translate forward and down, which is how we open

Cranial and spinal care integrated into your cranial-dental care Why is integrating care with your dentist so important when dealing with TMD? CT of maxilla and mandible Splint work and orthodontia is about much more than just changing your face, your bite, your airway, or your jaw. At its core it is cranial work, and cranial work at its core is all about making positive affects on the nervous system. As you go through this process your body will begin to change physically, a

anatomy of the TMJ It's not uncommon for people to experience clicking, popping, or soreness in the jaw. Sometimes painful, sometimes...

symptoms of TMJ problems When most people think of TMJ problems they think of jaw pain. Interestingly enough, many people experiencing TMJ problems don't necessarily have jaw pain (yet). They might have clicking or popping in the jaw when opening or closing or difficulty opening the mouth fully. If left untreated these small inconveniences can lead to larger and more painful problems. Of course the jaw is probably the most common place where someone might experience symptoms,