Your jaw clicks every time you open your mouth. You wake up with a dull ache across your temples that paracetamol barely touches. Chewing has become uncomfortable, yawning feels risky, and some mornings your jaw simply will not open fully. You have probably seen a dentist who said everything looks fine, visited an ENT for the ear pain that turned out not to be an ear problem, and maybe even a neurologist for the persistent headaches — yet nobody has connected the dots. TMJ treatment in Gurugram at Healing Gloves Clinic starts by connecting those dots. Dr. Manisha Yadav is a qualified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon — the exact specialist trained to diagnose and manage temporomandibular joint disorders. Located on Sohna Road near Central Park Flower Valley, our clinic offers comprehensive TMJ management from conservative therapy to advanced intervention.
Comprehensive diagnosis and management of temporomandibular joint disorders by a qualified maxillofacial surgeon. Covers jaw pain, clicking, locking, headaches, and limited mouth opening. Conservative-first approach — splints, physiotherapy, medication. Advanced intervention only when conservative measures fail.
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Maxillofacial Surgeon
Conservative
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All 7 Days
10 AM – 9 PM
📍 Sohna Road, Sec-33, near Central Park Flower Valley, Gurugram 122103
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The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge connecting your lower jaw to your skull — one on each side, just in front of your ears. It is one of the most complex joints in the body, combining rotational and sliding movements that allow you to talk, chew, yawn, and make facial expressions. When this joint, its surrounding muscles, or the articular disc inside it malfunction, the result is temporomandibular disorder (TMD) — commonly called TMJ disorder.
The problem with TMJ is that it mimics other conditions. Jaw pain gets attributed to dental problems. Temple headaches get diagnosed as migraines or tension headaches. Ear pain leads to ENT referrals where nothing is found. Neck and shoulder stiffness gets treated as postural issues. Patients from Central Park Flower Valley and Nirvana Country often visit 3-4 specialists over months or years before someone finally examines the jaw joint itself. This diagnostic odyssey is frustrating and expensive — and it happens because TMJ disorder sits at the intersection of dentistry, medicine, and orthopaedics, where no single general specialist claims ownership.
A maxillofacial surgeon is the specialist specifically trained to evaluate and manage the temporomandibular joint. Dr. Manisha Yadav at Healing Gloves Clinic understands the joint anatomy, the muscular system that drives it, the disc mechanics within it, and the dental occlusion (bite) that influences it. This complete picture is why a TMJ specialist in Gurugram with maxillofacial training can diagnose in one visit what months of referrals between general dentists, ENTs, and neurologists could not.
Aching in front of the ears, along the jawline, or in the cheek muscles — especially after chewing, prolonged talking, or upon waking. Often worse on one side.
Audible sounds when opening or closing the mouth. Indicates the articular disc has shifted from its normal position and is being recaptured during jaw movement. Not always painful but signals joint dysfunction.
The jaw gets stuck in an open position (open lock) or cannot open fully (closed lock). Caused by the articular disc displacing without recapturing. Can be frightening and requires immediate specialist attention.
Tension-type headaches concentrated in the temples, forehead, or behind the eyes — caused by overactive jaw muscles (temporalis, masseter). Often misdiagnosed as migraines. Respond to TMJ treatment, not painkillers.
Ear pain, fullness, ringing (tinnitus), or muffled hearing — with normal ENT examination results. The TMJ sits directly adjacent to the ear canal; joint inflammation and muscle tension transmit pain to the ear region.
Chronic stiffness in the neck and upper shoulders — the jaw muscles connect functionally to the cervical spine musculature. Jaw clenching at night (bruxism) radiates tension down the posterior neck chain. Patients from Emaar and Badshahpur who work at desks often present with this pattern.
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"My jaw has been clicking for 2 years. Last month it started hurting. This morning it locked shut and I panicked — I could barely open my mouth to brush my teeth."
→ Progressive disc displacement — clicking (disc recapturing) has progressed to closed lock (disc stuck). Dr. Manisha can often unlock the jaw in one visit using manual manipulation techniques, then stabilise with splint therapy to prevent recurrence.
"I have headaches almost every day. Temples throbbing. My neurologist says scans are clean and prescribed migraine medication that does not help."
→ Classic TMJ-related headache masquerading as migraine. Caused by temporalis muscle hyperactivity from clenching or grinding. Dr. Manisha examines your jaw muscles, checks for clenching patterns, and often resolves the headaches with a night guard + muscle relaxation protocol.
"My ear hurts on one side. ENT said the ear is fine. Dentist said teeth are fine. Nobody can find what is wrong."
→ Referred pain from the TMJ. The joint capsule is millimetres from the ear canal — inflammation or muscle tension here radiates directly to the ear. One examination by Dr. Manisha typically identifies this within minutes when she palpates the joint and surrounding muscles.
Dr. Manisha follows the internationally accepted principle: start conservative, escalate only if needed. 80-90% of TMJ patients respond to non-surgical management.
Soft diet for 2-4 weeks (rest the joint)
Anti-inflammatory medication (short course)
Muscle relaxant at night (reduces clenching)
Warm compress on jaw muscles twice daily
Jaw exercises prescribed by Dr. Manisha
Custom occlusal splint (night guard) — prevents clenching and repositions the jaw
Jaw physiotherapy exercises — progressive stretching and strengthening
Trigger point therapy for overactive jaw muscles
Bite adjustment if dental occlusion is contributing
Anti-wrinkle injection into masseter muscle (reduces clenching force)
Intra-articular injection (corticosteroid or HA into the joint)
Arthrocentesis (joint lavage under local anaesthesia)
Only considered after Tier 1-2 fail. Most patients never need Tier 3.
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TMJ assessment + diagnosis — ₹500 – ₹1,000
Custom occlusal splint — ₹5,000 – ₹15,000
Medication course — ₹500 – ₹1,500
Physiotherapy guidance — Included with splint
Masseter anti-wrinkle injection — ₹8,000 – ₹15,000
Intra-articular injection — ₹5,000 – ₹10,000
Arthrocentesis — ₹10,000 – ₹20,000
Most patients resolve with Tier 1-2 (consultation + splint + exercises). Advanced interventions are uncommon. Dr. Manisha provides exact pricing after clinical assessment.
Dr. Manisha is an MDS-qualified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon — the exact specialist trained to diagnose and manage TMJ disorders. After bouncing between dentists, ENTs, and neurologists, patients from across Gurugram find answers at their first visit here.
Dr. Manisha does not jump to injections or surgery. The first line of treatment is always the least invasive — diet modification, exercises, medication, and splint therapy. Most patients improve without ever needing advanced intervention.
Clinical examination of the joint, muscles, bite, and jaw movement. Imaging ordered when needed (OPG, CBCT, MRI). Ability to differentiate TMJ from dental, neurological, and ENT mimics — all in one consultation at our Sohna Road clinic.
Sohna Road, Sector 33 — 5-7 minutes from Central Park Flower Valley, Nirvana Country, Emaar, Malibu Towne, Badshahpur. Open all 7 days, 10 AM to 9 PM. Follow-up visits for splint adjustment and progress monitoring are convenient.
Reviewed by Dr. Manisha Yadav — Aesthetics Physician & Cosmetic Surgeon | Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon | 14+ Years Experience
Chief Aesthetics Physician, Healing Gloves Clinic & Aesthetics, Sohna Road, Gurugram
TMJ assessment costs ₹500-1,000. Custom occlusal splint ₹5,000-15,000. Most patients resolve with conservative treatment (consultation + splint + exercises) for under ₹15,000 total. Advanced interventions like masseter injection (₹8,000-15,000) or arthrocentesis (₹10,000-20,000) are rarely needed.
A maxillofacial surgeon is the specialist trained specifically for TMJ disorders. General dentists can identify TMJ but typically cannot manage it comprehensively. ENTs rule out ear conditions. Neurologists rule out migraines. But the maxillofacial surgeon is the specialist who understands the joint, muscles, disc, and bite together.
Yes — one of the most common symptoms. Overactive jaw muscles (temporalis, masseter) from clenching or grinding create tension headaches concentrated in the temples and forehead. These headaches are often misdiagnosed as migraines. They respond to TMJ treatment (splint + muscle relaxation), not migraine medication.
Mild TMJ symptoms (occasional clicking without pain) sometimes resolve with self-care — soft diet, avoiding wide mouth opening, warm compresses. However, progressive symptoms (increasing pain, locking, worsening headaches) typically require professional management. Early intervention prevents the condition from worsening.
A custom-made acrylic device worn over the teeth — usually at night — that prevents clenching, repositions the jaw, and allows the overworked muscles and joint to rest and heal. It is the cornerstone of TMJ treatment. Dr. Manisha takes impressions and fabricates a splint customised to your bite.
Yes. The TMJ sits directly adjacent to the ear canal — separated by millimetres. Joint inflammation, muscle tension, and disc displacement transmit pain to the ear region, causing earache, fullness, ringing, or muffled hearing — all with completely normal ENT findings.
Self-care and medication: relief within 1-2 weeks. Splint therapy: significant improvement in 4-8 weeks. Physiotherapy exercises: progressive over 6-12 weeks. Most patients notice meaningful improvement within 1 month of starting proper treatment. Chronic cases may need 3-6 months of consistent management.
Dr. Manisha Yadav at Healing Gloves Clinic is a qualified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with TMJ management expertise. Sohna Road, Sector 33 — 5-7 minutes from Central Park Flower Valley. Also accessible from Nirvana Country, Emaar, Malibu Towne, and Badshahpur. Open all 7 days, 10 AM to 9 PM.
Book your TMJ assessment with Dr. Manisha Yadav — maxillofacial surgeon. One consultation to finally understand why your jaw hurts.