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TMJ / TMD — Advanced Bite Diagnosis

End Jaw Pain & TMJ Headaches in Weston, FL

Persistent jaw pain, clicking, and headaches don't have to run your day. Get to the root of your TMJ disorder with neuromuscular care from Dr. Leana Thanos — your holistic dentist in Weston.

Neuromuscular TMJ & bite diagnosis
Custom night guards & orthotic appliances
Caring for Weston smiles since 1992
Start with a TMJ consultation — we examine your jaw, diagnose the cause, and begin with the gentlest, least-invasive option first.
Dr. Leana Thanos reviewing a 3D bite scan with a TMJ patient at B Well Dental Studio in Weston, FL Play
Video transcript — TMJ relief with Dr. Leana Thanos
If you've been living with a chronic jaw pain and headaches and you've already tried mouthguards, pain meds, and even physical therapy, this video is for you. It's not in your head and you're not a lost cause. In fact, when we're going through is incredibly common. In my 30 years of treating TMJ disorders, I've seen hundreds of patients walk in after years of pain and failed treatments and finally get relief almost instantaneously. In this video, I will help you understand what TMJ pain is trying to tell you. Why so many treatments fail and what it takes to get longlasting relief. Most people think TMJ is just a jaw issue, but in reality, it is often a sign that something bigger is out of sync, like your bite, your muscles, or even how your body is handling stress. When your bite is misaligned, your muscles are constantly overworking to keep things balanced. And that tension doesn't just stay in your jaw, it spreads to your face, your neck, and even your shoulders. This is what causes painful symptoms like headaches that don't go away, jaw pain that comes and goes and exhaustion that feels like fog. Most people are often offered short-term fixes like mouthguards or muscle relaxings without anyone asking why the pain keep coming back. This is where neuromuscular dentistry comes in. Instead of just managing symptoms, we figure out where your jaw wants to be, where your muscles get finally relaxed and your body feels balanced again. We use technology that measures muscle activity and jaw movement and find that natural restful position. And once we know it, we can create a custom plan to help your jaw stay there. Often using an orthotic that's designed just for you. When your jaw finally lands in its right spot, the difference is incredible. Many patients who've lived with pain for years tell us they feel relief in just days, even hours. Some patients have told us, "You saved my life." Others break down in tears, saying, "For the first time in years, I woke up without a headache." They finally feel like themselves again, sleeping better, smiling more, even standing taller. That's the power of healing the right way. Not just patching the pain, but helping your body reset. If you tried everything and nothing worked. If you are tired of being told it's just stress, if you are ready for answers and real relief, this is your sign. At Bwell Dental Studio, we don't treat you like a set of symptoms. We listen. We look deeper. and we focus on helping you feel like you again. Schedule a wellness visit and let's finally get you out of pain so you can live long and be
30+ YrsIn Practice Since 1992
NeuromuscularTMD Treatment Methods
3D ScanAdvanced Bite Diagnosis
CustomNight Guards & Orthotics
Weston, FLHolistic Dental Studio

Why Weston Trusts B Well Dental Studio for TMJ

A TMJ disorder affects your mood, concentration, sleep, and overall health. Here's how Dr. Thanos helps you feel like yourself again.

Neuromuscular Expertise

Dr. Thanos is an expert in treating TMJ disorders (TMD) using neuromuscular methods — finding the root cause of your jaw pain, not just masking the symptoms.

Least-Invasive First

Treatment starts with the easiest option first. Home remedies, jaw exercises, and a custom night guard come before anything more involved.

Whole-Person Care

We see the whole you, not just your teeth. Your whole health improves when your oral health improves — the heart of holistic dentistry.

Advanced Bite Diagnosis

We examine the jaw, check its range of motion, take an X-ray of the temporomandibular joint, and review your full medical history to pinpoint the cause.

Dr. Thanos and a patient reviewing a 3D scan of the bite to diagnose TMJ disorder
What Is TMJ Disorder?

Could Your Jaw Be the Source of the Problem?

Do you have persistent jaw pain that gets in the way of your daily life, affecting your mood, concentration, and overall health? The issue could be caused by a TMJ disorder.

TMJ — short for temporomandibular joints — includes the jaw muscles and joints that let you open and close your mouth to eat, speak, and yawn. The TMJ is a complex system, and if there's a problem with it, the jaw can't function properly. That's a TMJ disorder, and its causes include teeth grinding, jaw misalignment, stress, injury, and arthritis.

Common signs of a TMJ disorder:

  • Locking or popping jaw, and tenderness in the jaw
  • Pain while chewing or opening the mouth
  • Pain in the temporomandibular joint or around the ears, headaches, and neck pain
  • Inability to open the mouth fully

What TMJ Treatment Gives You Back

We help diagnose and treat your TMJ disorder so you can return to normalcy.

Pain Relief

Treating your TMJ disorder successfully relieves the jaw pain and discomfort that's been wearing you down.

A Plan You Can Follow

We create a treatment plan that's realistic and easy to follow — no guesswork, no pressure.

Better Overall Health

Your whole health improves when your oral health improves. Comfort, sleep, and confidence come back together.

Your TMJ Treatment, Step by Step

After an initial consultation at B Well Dental Studio in Weston, FL, we examine your jaw and explore your options — always starting with the easiest one first.

1

Diagnose the Cause

We examine the jaw — feeling and listening as it opens and closes, checking its range of motion, and gently pressing to find areas of discomfort. We take an X-ray of the temporomandibular joint and review your medical history.

2

Start Conservatively

We may recommend simple remedies first: softer foods, relaxation and meditation to loosen muscles, exercises to strengthen the jaw, and heating packs. Medication to relax muscles or a night guard to stop grinding may also be advised.

3

Custom Orthotic Appliance

If needed, we create a custom-made night guard — an orthotic appliance that prevents grinding and clenching. You follow your plan, wear your night guard, and we track your progress at every visit.

We review your treatment as we go. If it doesn't relieve the TMJ pain, we move to the next phase to correct the bite — which may include orthodontics, crowns, bridges, and, in serious cases, surgery for the joint or alignment itself.

Meet Dr. Leana Thanos

Your dentist in Weston, FL who sees the whole you — not just your teeth.

Dr. Leana Thanos, holistic and neuromuscular dentist at B Well Dental Studio in Weston, FL

Dr. Leana Thanos

Holistic & Neuromuscular Dentist

Today, Dr. Thanos's patients describe her as empathetic, kind, meticulous, and calming — someone who listens first and provides care without judgment. Her colleagues turn to her for guidance on complex cases, trusting her 30+ years of experience and high medical standards.

  • Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the University of Mississippi
  • Expert in treating TMJ disorders (TMD) using neuromuscular methods
  • Hundreds of hours of continuing education in advanced dental techniques
  • Opened her dental office in West Broward in 1992

"Your story guides your care. Whether it's restoring balance to the TMJ or enhancing your smile, your plan is as unique as you are."

— The B Well Dental Studio approach

Insurance & Financing

We want care to be accessible. Our team reviews your dental insurance benefits with you and offers financing and payment-plan options so you can move forward with treatment comfortably. Call us to talk through your coverage before your visit.

Most PPO dental insurance We review your benefits with you Financing available Flexible payment plans

Visit Us in Weston, FL

Conveniently located on North Commerce Parkway — serving Weston, Davie, Sunrise, Plantation, and Southwest Ranches.

Office Hours

  • Monday7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Wednesday11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • FridayClosed
  • Saturday & SundayClosed

Schedule your TMJ consultation: (954) 792-5522.

Find Us

B Well Dental Studio
1625 North Commerce Parkway, Suite 220
Weston, FL 33326
Phone: (954) 792-5522

TMJ Questions, Answered

What is the main cause of TMJ?
There are several causes of TMJ disorder, including teeth grinding, jaw misalignment, congenital growth, stress, mouth injury, and arthritis. The cause can include both physical and emotional stress — daily stress can lead to jaw clenching, which puts pressure on the jaw and its muscles and ligaments.
Does TMJ pain go away?
With TMJ treatment in Weston, FL we can find the best way to ease your jaw pain. With neuromuscular dentistry, we find the root cause of your TMJ disorder and treat it gently so you can sleep better, eat your favorite foods, and live freely again.
How long does it take for TMJ to go away?
TMJ flare-ups can last for several hours to days, but there are ways to prevent flare-ups at home. Contact us to find the best treatment to control your TMJ disorder and, in turn, the flare-ups as well.
What happens if TMJ is left untreated?
TMJ disorder is not life-threatening but can turn into a debilitating condition if left untreated. TMJ pain and discomfort can become chronic and even cause anxiety and depression. Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is one of the leading reasons for chronic jaw and facial pain — don't let it slow you down. Please schedule a consultation with our dentist today.
What can a dentist do for TMJ?
Your dentist can help diagnose and treat your TMJ disorder by creating a custom treatment plan, starting with the easiest and least invasive options. If your TMJ disorder is caused by jaw clenching or teeth grinding, your dentist can make a custom night guard to prevent this.

Stop Living With Jaw Pain

Book your TMJ consultation at B Well Dental Studio. We'll diagnose the cause and start you on the gentlest path to relief — right here in Weston, FL.

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