Assessment first
Your oral health, preferences and medical history shape the recommendation.
Locking Jaw Treatment
in Dubai.
Locking jaw refers to the inability to fully open or close the mouth due to stiffness or dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or surrounding muscles. It can result from TMJ disorders, trauma, or other medical conditions.
Understanding locking jaw treatment.
Locking jaw refers to the inability to fully open or close the mouth due to stiffness or dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or surrounding muscles. It can result from TMJ disorders, trauma, or other medical conditions.
Diagnosis : Comprehensive evaluation and imaging to identify the cause of jaw locking.
Understand the alternatives
Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may require imaging, specialist referral or several visits. Discuss the expected benefits, risks, alternatives and follow-up with the treating clinician.
Is this treatment
right for you?
An examination is needed to decide whether this treatment suits your oral health and goals.
Ask our team- Experience frequent or persistent jaw locking.
- Have difficulty opening or closing their mouth.
- Suffer from associated symptoms like jaw pain, headaches, or earaches.
Risks and alternatives
Treatment depends on the diagnosis and may require imaging, specialist referral or several visits. Discuss the expected benefits, risks, alternatives and follow-up with the treating clinician.
How treatment works.
The exact sequence and number of appointments depend on your assessment.
Assessment and planning
Your first appointment
Diagnosis : Comprehensive evaluation and imaging to identify the cause of jaw locking.
Discuss the plan
Bring your medical history and any relevant previous records. Discuss alternatives, costs and the appointments involved before agreeing to treatment.
Locking Jaw Treatment
Step 2
Treatment Plan : Customized solutions based on the severity and underlying cause.
Step 3
Follow-Up : Regular monitoring to ensure the effectiveness of the treatment.
Reviews and ongoing care
Care at home
Follow your treatment plan as prescribed.
Follow-up
Maintain a healthy lifestyle to support long-term results.
Maintenance
Attend regular follow-ups to monitor progress.
Aftercare and reviews.
Follow the instructions provided for your treatment and keep the team informed of any concerns.
Follow your treatment plan as prescribed.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle to support long-term results.
Attend regular follow-ups to monitor progress.
Visits and costs.
Meet our doctors.
Dr. Shyam Sakhuja
Periodontist & Implantologist
Dr. Bora Guneri
General & Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Susan Joseph
Senior Dentist
Dr. Jeff Zacharia
Specialist Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon
Dr. Lincy Stephen
Specialist Orthodontist
Dr. Della Scaria
General & Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Dana Taher
General & Cosmetic Dentist
Dr. Ansia Sadiqi
General Dentist & Invisalign Provider
Frequently asked questions.
Ask the team about your individual treatment needs.
01What is involved in locking jaw treatment?
Locking jaw refers to the inability to fully open or close the mouth due to stiffness or dysfunction in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or surrounding muscles. It can result from TMJ disorders, trauma, or other medical conditions.
02What happens at the first appointment?
Diagnosis : Comprehensive evaluation and imaging to identify the cause of jaw locking.
03How is the treatment cost confirmed?
The clinic provides an individual quote after assessment. Ask what is included, how many visits are likely and whether additional care or maintenance is needed.
04How do I arrange a visit?
Contact Business Bay or Al Warqa and mention the treatment you want to discuss. The team will confirm clinician availability and your appointment.
Two locations.
One warm welcome.
Find your Legacy Care in Business Bay or Al Warqa. Our team is here to help you take the next step.
Have a question before you visit?
Let’s talk it through.
Let’s talk it through.