Relieve Jaw Pain and Restore Comfort with Expert TMJ Treatment
At Dr. Danny Lamm's clinic in East Malvern, we provide holistic, conservative care for Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders, helping you eat, speak, and smile without discomfort.
With over 40 years of dental experience, Dr. Lamm provides personalised solutions tailored to your specific needs.
Serving Melbourne Families Since 1977 – Holistic Dental Care
Are You Experiencing Jaw Pain or TMJ Discomfort?
Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), often involving the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), affect nearly half of people at some point. Common symptoms include:
- jaw pain (the predominant issue)
- restricted movement
- clicking or crepitus sounds during chewing or speaking
- difficulty chewing
- bruxism (teeth grinding/clenching)
- ear pain
- headaches
- neck pain
- and impacts from stress or trauma.
While not life-threatening, chronic TMD can significantly affect your quality of life.
Our approach at Dr. Danny Lamm's clinic follows Australian best practices: starting with conservative, reversible treatments to address the root cause - often muscular or stress-related - without invasive procedures.
We emphasise multidisciplinary care, drawing on evidence-based guidelines to provide lasting relief.
Why Choose Dr. Danny Lamm for TMJ Treatment in Melbourne?
With a clinic established in 1977 and over 40 years of experience, Dr. Danny Lamm brings trusted, holistic dental care to families in Melbourne's southeast suburbs.
Located conveniently in East Malvern, we integrate TMD management into our comprehensive services, focusing on patient-centred solutions.
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Expertise in TMD
Dr. Lamm follows contemporary Australian guidelines, prioritising conservative therapies like education and self-care for benign, often temporary conditions
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Personalised Care
We utilise the biopsychosocial model, considering biological, psychological, and social factors to create tailored plans.
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Convenient Location
At 943 Dandenong Road, East Malvern, VIC 3145 – easy access for Melbourne residents.
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Holistic Approach
Aligning with our family and cosmetic dentistry focus, we address TMJ as part of our overall oral health approach.
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Evidence-Based
Adhering to bodies like the ADA and recent international guidelines for non-invasive care first.
Over 40 Years of Dedicated Service in Melbourne
Our Evidence-Based TMJ Treatment Solutions
In line with Australian general dental practice, we start with conservative, non-invasive therapies, reserving advanced options for rare cases.
Treatments are reversible and focus on relief through education and self-management.
We use shared decision-making to ensure the plan aligns with your goals and preferences.
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Patient Education & Self-Care
The cornerstone of management—reassuring you that TMD is often benign and temporary. We provide information on avoiding aggravating behaviours (e.g., reducing stress, soft diet) to improve outlook and engagement
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Cognitive and Psychosocial Interventions
For chronic cases, we recommend cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) or simple relaxation techniques to manage pain perception, stress, and muscle tension. This isn't "all in your head" - it's a proven tool for adequate pain control.
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Physiotherapy and Exercises
Jaw exercises and referrals to physiotherapists for muscle relaxation and improved function.
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Splints and Oral Appliances
Custom-fitted devices (e.g., mouthguards) to reduce grinding and support the joint, especially for nighttime bruxism.
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Pharmacological Support
Short-term use of NSAIDs, muscle relaxants, or low-dose tricyclic antidepressants for pain relief, combined with other measures. In specific scenarios, botulinum toxin injections for myofascial pain or severe bruxism (administered by qualified specialists)
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Multidisciplinary Referrals
If needed, to oral medicine specialists, psychologists, or oral maxillofacial surgeons for complex cases.
Ready for Pain-Free Jaw Function? Book Your TMJ Consultation
Start your journey to relief today.
Our East Malvern clinic offers flexible appointments. Fill out the form below or call us - we're here to answer your questions and guide you.
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