TMJ & Jaw Pain Treatment in Las Vegas

You wake up with a tight jaw, a dull headache behind the temples, and a click every time you open wide to yawn. Maybe a partner has mentioned the grinding at night, or chewing on the left side has started to ache. In Las Vegas, where dry heat and long workdays add to the clenching, that jaw pain rarely fixes itself.

At Stavarache Family Dental, TMJ and jaw pain treatment starts with listening and a careful look, not a rush to anything drastic. Dr. Hidy Stavarache, DDS, takes a conservative, non-surgical first approach, so the simplest steps come first. You can see our full services or read more about the causes and treatment of TMJ and jaw pain before you book.

What Causes TMJ and Jaw Pain and How We Evaluate It at Stavarache Family Dental

The temporomandibular joints connect your lower jaw to your skull on each side. When the muscles, the joint, or your bite fall out of balance, you may feel pain, clicking, or stiffness. Common triggers include nighttime grinding, daytime clenching, stress, an uneven bite, or past injury to the jaw.

Dr. Stavarache evaluates the joint, the chewing muscles, and how your teeth meet. He reviews your history, your symptoms, and any patterns of wear on the teeth. He may ask when the pain shows up, whether it travels to the ear or temple, and how wide you can open without discomfort.

This picture helps point to the likely cause so care can match what is actually happening, rather than guessing. Two people with the same clicking sound may need different steps, since one may be grinding at night while the other carries tension in the jaw all day. Sorting that out first keeps treatment focused and avoids work you do not need.

Conservative TMJ Treatments We Offer

Most jaw pain responds to simple, reversible steps tried first. When a guard or appliance fits the picture, Dr. Stavarache walks you through the choice and the cost before anything is made.

• Custom night guard or splint fit to your bite to ease grinding and protect the teeth
• Bite adjustment when high spots or an uneven contact strain the joint
• Habit and stress guidance for daytime clenching, jaw posture, and gentle home steps
• Referral to the right provider if your case needs care beyond conservative dentistry

You can learn more about our routine care on the general dentistry page, and read whether a night guard makes sense for you .

Meet Dr. Hidy Stavarache

Dr. Hidy Stavarache, DDS, has cared for Las Vegas families since 1995. As the one dentist in the practice, he evaluates and treats jaw issues himself, so the person who examines your joint and bite is the same person who fits your guard and follows up.

That continuity matters with jaw pain, since small adjustments over time often guide the result. You are not handed off between providers or rushed through a quick appointment with someone new each visit. Dr. Stavarache remembers what your bite looked like last year and what has changed, which makes each follow-up more useful.

Families in northwest Las Vegas have trusted that steady, familiar care for decades. When the same dentist treats parents and children alike, jaw habits and patterns are easier to spot and address early.

Why Choose Stavarache Family Dental for Jaw Pain in Las Vegas

Our approach is built around a few simple commitments that fit jaw pain especially well.

• Conservative first, with the least invasive options tried before anything more involved
• Custom-fit guards shaped to your bite rather than a generic, bulky tray
• No upsell, so you only hear about what your symptoms actually call for
• One dentist who knows your case from the first exam through every follow-up

That steady, low-pressure path is what many patients are looking for when the jaw pain has dragged on too long.

What to Expect From a TMJ Evaluation

Your visit begins with a conversation about your symptoms, when they started, and what makes them better or worse. Dr. Stavarache then examines the joint, the muscles, and how your teeth come together, watching for clicking, tenderness, and signs of wear.

If a custom guard is indicated, he explains why, takes the records needed to make it fit, and reviews the cost in writing before you decide. Nothing is made until you have seen the itemized quote and agreed to it. A drugstore guard is one option people ask about, and Dr. Stavarache is honest about where a custom fit tends to do better and where a simpler choice may be enough.

A follow-up checks the fit and how your jaw feels, with small adjustments as needed so the guard keeps working over time. If your symptoms point to something beyond conservative dentistry, he tells you plainly and helps you find the right next step.

Cost, Insurance, and Financing

We give you an itemized written quote before treatment, so there are no surprises. Custom night guards typically run $300 to $700 in Las Vegas, and the price varies with the type of guard and your case. The TMJ evaluation itself bills as an exam.

We bill your dental insurance first, then show you what remains in plain terms. Many plans cover part of a medically indicated guard. For balances, CareCredit is available so you can spread the cost. You can read more on night guard cost in Las Vegas , and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research offers a helpful overview of TMJ disorders .

Ready to Stop the Jaw Pain

If clicking, soreness, or morning headaches have become part of your routine, a calm evaluation is the place to start. Visit our contact page to request a visit, or call Stavarache Family Dental at (702) 233-8371. We are on West Cheyenne Avenue in northwest Las Vegas, ready to help you find relief with a conservative, custom-fit plan.

Want to compare options first? Browse our services to see how TMJ care fits with the rest of your dental health.