TMJ / TMD Treatment near Wilmington

TMJ / TMD Treatment in Wilmington, NC

Our office sits on the Oleander Drive corridor in midtown Wilmington, with free on-site parking outside Suite 204.

TMJ / TMD Treatment · Wilmington

TMJ / TMD Treatment for Wilmington Patients

Dr. Pan practices in the city she chose to come home to. After a three-year prosthodontic residency at UCSF, she returned to North Carolina and settled in Wilmington, and the practice on Oleander Drive has been serving midtown, Landfall, Mayfaire, Pine Valley, and the Myrtle Grove and Masonboro corridors ever since.

For Wilmington patients, that means specialist prosthodontic care without leaving the county. Complex restorative work — full-arch implants, full mouth reconstruction, precision crown and veneer cases — is usually a Raleigh or Charlotte referral. Here it is a fifteen-minute drive from most addresses in town.

We regularly see patients from Landfall, Mayfaire, Autumn Hall, Forest Hills, Pine Valley, Sunset Park, Winter Park, Myrtle Grove, Masonboro, and Ogden, and from across the area around Mayfaire Town Center, Independence Mall.

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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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington

Wilmington patients often come to us on referral from their own general dentist for the parts of a case that need specialist training. If you already have a dentist you like, that relationship continues — we handle the restorative work and send you back for routine care.

Our office sits on the Oleander Drive corridor in midtown Wilmington, with free on-site parking outside Suite 204.

TMJ / TMD Treatment in Wilmington — FAQ

Where exactly is the office in Wilmington?
We are at 5917 Oleander Drive, Suite 204, in midtown Wilmington, with free on-site parking. Most addresses in the city are a 10 to 20 minute drive.
Do I need a referral from my Wilmington dentist?
No. Many patients are referred by their general dentist, but you are welcome to book directly. If you have a dentist you like, you keep seeing them for cleanings and routine care.
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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