TMJ / TMD Treatment near Castle Hayne

TMJ / TMD Treatment in Castle Hayne, NC

Castle Hayne is about a 20 minute drive south on NC-133 or US-117 to our Oleander Drive office.

TMJ / TMD Treatment · Castle Hayne

TMJ / TMD Treatment for Castle Hayne Patients

Castle Hayne sits just north of Wilmington, close enough that our office is often quicker to reach than crosstown destinations. Patients come down NC-133 or US-117 past the airport and are on Oleander Drive in about twenty minutes.

Northern New Hanover County has grown quickly, and dental infrastructure has followed more slowly. For general care that is fine. For implants, full-arch work, or a reconstruction that needs planning across multiple specialists, Castle Hayne patients still come into Wilmington, and we coordinate the surgical side with trusted local oral surgeons.

We regularly see patients from Wrightsboro, Rockhill, the River Road corridor, and Blue Clay Farms, and from across the area around Wilmington International Airport, Holly Shelter Game Land.

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TMJ / TMD Treatment

What Is TMJ / TMD Treatment?

TMJ/TMD treatment addresses pain and dysfunction in the jaw joints and muscles that control how you bite and chew.

If you experience jaw pain, clicking, clenching, or bite-related discomfort, Dr. Pan can evaluate the cause and create a personalized plan to relieve it and protect your teeth.

How Treatment Helps

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Your TMJ / TMD Treatment Journey

What to Expect as a Castle Hayne Patient

We evaluate your jaw, bite, and symptoms, identify the underlying cause, and build a personalized plan that may include a custom night guard, bite therapy, or restorative care.

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STEP 1

Consultation & Exam

We listen to your symptoms and complete a detailed evaluation of your jaw, bite, and teeth.

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STEP 2

Bite Evaluation

Dr. Pan identifies what's driving your discomfort — clenching, grinding, bite imbalance, or worn teeth.

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STEP 3

Personalized Treatment

Your plan may include a custom night guard, bite adjustment, or restorative care to relieve strain and protect your teeth.

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STEP 4

Lasting Relief

We follow up to fine-tune your treatment so you can bite, chew, and rest more comfortably.

As a prosthodontist, Dr. Pan has advanced training in how the teeth, bite, and jaw work together. She looks for the underlying cause — not just the symptom — and starts with the most conservative options.

Planning Your Visit from Castle Hayne

If you work in Wilmington and live in Castle Hayne, say so when you book. We can usually schedule around a commute so appointments do not cost you a whole day.

Castle Hayne is about a 20 minute drive south on NC-133 or US-117 to our Oleander Drive office.

TMJ / TMD Treatment in Castle Hayne — FAQ

How far is Castle Hayne from your office?
About 20 minutes via NC-133 or US-117. It is one of the shorter drives of any community we serve outside Wilmington itself.
Do you coordinate with oral surgeons for implant placement?
Yes. Dr. Pan plans the case and designs and fits the restoration, and a trusted oral surgeon or periodontist places the implant to her plan. You get a specialist at each stage.
What causes TMJ problems?
Common causes include teeth grinding or clenching, bite imbalance, stress, worn or missing teeth, and joint strain. Treatment depends on the underlying cause.
Will I need surgery?
Most cases are managed with conservative, non-surgical care such as night guards, bite therapy, and restorative treatment.
Can a night guard help?
Yes. A custom night guard can protect your teeth from grinding and relieve pressure on the jaw joints and muscles.
How long until I feel relief?
Many patients feel improvement within a few weeks of starting treatment, though timelines vary by cause and severity.
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Schedule a consultation with Dr. Pan — about 20 minutes south from Castle Hayne.

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