20+ Years Experience Orthodontic Educator: Taught at UMKC Dental School & University of Texas Health Science Center American Board of Orthodontics, ABO, Certified Member of OKU Dental Society: top 10% of dental students Member of "Smiles Change Lives" Supporter of Donated Dental Services, DDS, Program.

Temporomandibular Joint Disorder: Known asTMD or TMJ

As an orthodontist and educator in his field, Dr. Harper is skilled in treating TMD and the associated pain and discomfort. Also referred to as TMJ syndrome, acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint connecting the mandible to the skull is treatable in a variety of ways.

With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Harper will evaluate your individual situation and determine how we can best help you.

Evaluating TMD

Because of the complexity of the temporomandibular joint and the contributing factors, TMD symptoms can vary greatly from pain in the jaw, teeth or ears, to joint sounds such as clicking or popping or limited jaw movement. We highly recommend coming in for a free evaluation if you are experiencing anything you suspect might be TMD. TMD is treatable. Please call our office today at (816)781-9230.

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