Before beginning TMJ treatment in Park Ridge with Dr. Mark Kuchta, Urszula was living with a range of painful and disruptive symptoms. She frequently woke up with headaches and soreness in both temples. She also experienced shoulder pain, hip discomfort while walking, and a constant “shooshing” noise in her ear. Chewing foods like nuts, meat, or crunchy vegetables triggered temple pain. She didn’t realize her jaw alignment could be the root cause of so many issues, including hip pain.
A Thoughtful, Evidence-Based Approach to TMJ Treatment in Park Ridge
Dr. Kuchta thoroughly explained every step of the TMJ treatment process. He emphasized that symptoms like tinnitus and ear congestion are common in patients with TMJ-related pain, but he carefully clarified that the resolution of those symptoms couldn’t be guaranteed.
Dr. Kuchta used the K7 muscle diagnostic machine to guide her treatment, which helped assess muscle function and jaw positioning. Urszula was fitted with a Myoaligner orthotic to correct her bite and relieve stress on the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
“Treating patients with TMD using a properly designed orthotic is one of the most rewarding aspects of my practice. Watching someone go from daily pain and limited function to living comfortably again—it’s life-changing for them, and incredibly fulfilling for me as their provider.”
— Dr. Mark Kuchta
Relief Within Weeks—and a Renewed Sense of Health
Urszula began to feel significantly better within just one month of wearing the orthotic. Initially, she wore it 24 hours a day, only removing it while eating. The results were profound:
- She no longer wakes up with headaches
- The shooshing sound in her ear disappeared
- Her hip pain is gone
- She now feels a noticeable sense of overall well-being
A Dual Role: Patient and Practitioner
Urszula’s insight into TMJ treatment is especially unique. As a team member at Complete Health Dentistry of Park Ridge, she performs muscle diagnostics on other TMD patients. Having personally experienced the life-changing benefits of the Myoaligner orthotic, she brings an even deeper level of understanding and empathy to her role.
She knows firsthand how jaw alignment can affect the entire body—and how transformative the right treatment can be.
Ready to Find Relief from TMJ Pain?
If you’re experiencing frequent headaches, jaw discomfort, or unexplained pain in your shoulders, neck, or hips, TMJ dysfunction could be the underlying cause. At Complete Health Dentistry of Park Ridge, Dr. Mark Kuchta provides advanced diagnostics and personalized treatment plans to restore comfort and improve overall well-being.
To learn more or schedule a consultation, call our office at (847) 696-3240 or click the button below. We’re here to help you feel your best, starting with your bite.
