TMJ & TMD Relief with EMFACE
If jaw pain, muscle tension, or difficulty moving your jaw comfortably has you searching for treatment options, you may have come across EMFACE Functional TMJ.
Unlike treatments that rely on injections or surgery, EMFACE uses advanced technology to target the muscles involved in jaw movement. For appropriate patients with temporomandibular disorders (TMD), this provides a non-invasive option designed to improve muscle function and help relieve associated symptoms.
At Elite Healthcare Partners, we offer EMFACE Functional TMJ as part of our approach to helping patients find effective, personalized solutions for jaw discomfort and dysfunction.
TMJ vs. TMD: What’s the Difference?
You’ll often see TMJ and TMD used interchangeably, but there’s a slight difference.
TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint, which connects your lower jaw to your skull. TMD stands for temporomandibular disorder, the term for conditions affecting the jaw joint, chewing muscles, and surrounding structures.
Although TMD is technically the disorder, many people simply call it “TMJ.” That’s why both terms are commonly used when searching for jaw pain and treatment options.
Why Muscle Function Matters in TMD
Your jaw depends on a group of muscles working together every time you chew, speak, swallow, or yawn.
When these muscles become tense, overworked, or aren’t functioning properly, they can contribute to jaw pain, muscle spasms, tightness, and restricted movement. Clenching and teeth grinding can place even more strain on these muscles.
Not every case of TMD is primarily muscular, but when muscle dysfunction is contributing to symptoms, improving how those muscles function can be an important part of treatment.
That’s where EMFACE comes in.
How Does EMFACE Work for TMJ and TMD?
EMFACE Functional TMJ combines synchronized radiofrequency (RF) with HIFES® muscle stimulation.
The two technologies work simultaneously but serve different purposes.
Radiofrequency provides controlled heating to the treatment area, helping increase local blood circulation.
HIFES® technology delivers electrical stimulation that produces targeted muscle contractions. These contractions support muscle re-education and activate muscles involved in jaw movement and function.
Together, the technologies provide a treatment focused on both muscle function and circulation without requiring needles or incisions.
What Can EMFACE Functional TMJ Help With?
EMFACE has functional applications for TMJ dysfunction and associated pain, as well as:
- Muscle re-education
- Relief of symptoms associated with muscle spasms
- Increasing local blood flow
- Maintaining or improving mandibular range of motion
For patients whose TMD symptoms have a muscular component, this creates a different treatment approach—one focused on supporting how the jaw muscles function rather than simply masking discomfort.
What Is an EMFACE Treatment Like?
EMFACE treatment is non-invasive and relatively quick.
Applicators are placed over targeted areas of the face. During treatment, you’ll typically feel warmth from the radiofrequency energy combined with rhythmic muscle contractions from the HIFES stimulation.
A session takes approximately 20 minutes, with no needles, anesthesia, or required downtime.
You can generally return to your normal daily activities immediately after treatment.
Your Elite Healthcare Partners provider will recommend an appropriate treatment plan based on your individual symptoms and goals.
Is EMFACE Right for Your TMD?
TMD can involve the muscles, the temporomandibular joint itself, or a combination of both. That’s why the same treatment isn’t appropriate for every patient experiencing jaw pain.
EMFACE may be an option when muscle dysfunction is contributing to your symptoms. An evaluation can help determine what’s causing your discomfort and whether this type of non-invasive treatment is appropriate for you.
If you’re looking for more information about TMJ and TMD symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and available treatment options, read our Complete Guide to TMJ Treatment with EMFACE.
Explore EMFACE at Elite Healthcare Partners
If you’re ready to explore a non-invasive approach to TMJ or TMD relief, Elite Healthcare Partners can help determine whether EMFACE Functional TMJ is right for you.
Schedule a consultation to learn more about EMFACE and take the next step toward more comfortable jaw function.
