In many cases, people suffering
from jaw pain and/or headaches are told that they have “TMJ”.
However, “TMJ” is short for “Temporomandibular
Joint” which is the technical name for the jaw joint
in front of the ear. Could you imagine what you would think
if you consulted your physician for pain in your arm, and
were told,
“You have elbow”
You’d probably be
shocked because “elbow” is not a diagnosis.
It’s the name of a joint just like “TMJ”
is the name of a joint.
The term “TMD”
or "Tempormandibular Dysfunction” is not much
more meaningful. Using the previous comparison, would an
orthopedist diagnose a condition as “elbow dysfunction”?
In each case, a specific diagnosis must be made. Whether
the problem is in the head, the face, the arm, or most any
other joint, the diagnosis can include arthritis of various
types, tendonitis, ligament sprains, tumors, etc. Specific
to the TM joint, the ligaments which hold the disc in place
may be stretched causing the disc to be displaced and locked
outside the normal position permanently or temporarily.
Curiously most (but certainly not all) people who suffer
from “TMJ” have a muscle or ligament dysfunction
which is the primary source of pain with the TM joint dysfunction
being far less important or even insignificant. Now you
can see why less than one percent of our patients require
joint surgery yet over 90% report that pain is gone when
we discharge them from treatment. This includes numerous
patients who came to us for a second opinion after being
told that their only hope was surgery -- yet none was needed.
The TM joint is the most
complicated joint in the body. First of all, the right and
left joints are connected to each other by a rigid bone
called the mandible or lower jaw. Consequently, any movement,
swelling, or disc displacement on one side affects the opposite
side. Surprising as it may seem, we have seen many patients
who had significant injuries and advanced arthritis on one
side but only felt pain on the opposite
side.
Secondly, each of the two
joints is composed of two separate joints. The lower joint
consists of the condyle or ball at the top of the lower
jaw, and a disc which is held in place by small threads
called ligaments. Rotation of the condyle inside of the
disc allows for opening of the mouth partway – to
approximately the width of a finger. To open fully, the
combined disc and condyle slide forward out of the socket.
The most common reason
which one can hear “clicking” or “popping”
sounds coming from the TM joints is a result of stretching
of the ligaments which normally hold the disc in place.
The condyle is incorrectly sandwiched between the opening
for the ear and the disc (which is no longer on top of the
condyle where it belongs). When a person with this condition
opens his or her mouth, the condyle pops back into its correct
position. When the mouth is closed, the disc moves in front
of the condyle once again. This is diagnosed as “Anterior
Displacement of the Temporomandibular Joint Disc with Reduction”
because the disc “reduces” or goes back into
place.
In certain cases, the ligaments
which hold the disc in place stretch even further thereby
making it impossible for the condyle to get under the disc.
In this case, the disc is jammed or stuck in front of the
condyles. The person is unable to open his or her mouth
wider than the width of a finger (approximately 1 inch).
This is diagnosed as “Anterior Displacement of the
Temporomandibular Joint Disc without Reduction”.
As you can imagine, some
patients can diagnose their own “anterior displacement
with reduction” because of the clicks
or pops which the joint produces. However, this is not always
true. In certain cases clicks which are detectable with
MRIs and sonograms are silent to the patient themselves.
In addition, limited mouth opening (for example, to the
width of a finger or 27 millimeters) can be due to “anterior
displacement without reduction” but
can also result from muscle spasm and other conditions which
occasionally include tumors. Obviously, proper treatment
requires a correct diagnosis.
Fortunately, the comments
from physicians and patients included on this web site suggest
that we have the knowledge, experience, and concern not
only to make the right diagnosis, but to properly treat
our patients and return them to a pain free, functional
condition. Further advances in medicine have made it possible
for us to treat these conditions without surgery in the
vast majority of cases (click here
for information regarding treatment). However, time
remains a significant factor. Consequently, the earlier
treatment is complete after the onset of symptoms the better.
For
Family and Friends
Hundreds
of times each year patients tell us that their family and
friends simply don’t understand how they can be in
so much pain and yet look completely normal. In 1991, a
new patient added this perspective to his medical history.
It may be useful for you to show this to your loved ones:
“I
am 32 years old. Over the past years, I have had open
heart surgery to close an atrio-septal defect. This required
cutting my ribs, pulling them apart, and then wiring them
back together. The wires subsequently broke when I fell
out of a tree, at which time I also broke a rib and my
back in three places, and displaced several discs in my
spine. I was told that one of the bones in my back will
never heal. In addition, I have agonizing cluster headaches
and passed kidney stones, which is an excruciatingly painful
experience.
I
used to assume that TMJ problems were minor, unimportant
afflictions. However, now that I have injured my temporomandibular
joints, the head pain, ear pain, face pain, and throat
pain which I am experiencing are far more severe than
any of the above pains which I have had. In fact, this
is the first time in my life that I have showed up at
a doctor’s office on an emergency basis asking for
relief from the pain.” - Steven
This also makes the point:
“I had kidney and
pancreas transplants, but nothing caused as much excruciating
pain as my headaches and my face pain. The treatment here
gradually reduced the pain and now it’s all gone.
Everyone here was great, professional, and nice to me.”
- Gladys W.
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here for information regarding
other sources of pain in the face and jaw.
“Pain in my
jaw when I was eating or yawning was so bad that it made
my neck pain worse. It’s all gone now, and I don’t
have to be careful about what I do anymore. Dr. Klemons
and his staff are really wonderful, and I recommend them
to everyone.” - Mary Anne M.
"When I first
came here my jaw pain was excruciating, and I couldn't open
my mouth. I'm all better now and can do anything. The doctors
and staff were excellent!" - Dezmin W.
“When I had
eye and jaw pain, I had to come home and just lie on the
couch. I couldn’t play with my kids, do the laundry,
or take care of normal things that needed to be done. Now
I can function as the mother of a two year old. The eye
pain and jaw pain are gone.” - Johnna S.
“Dr. Klemons
and his staff are the most wonderful people in the world!
They made me a whole person again after being miserable
from horrible headaches. I feel dynamically great. TMJ is
a horrible thing that interrupted my entire life. After
being treated about seven years ago I was pain free until
I was struck by a car and re-injured. Thank God Dr. Klemons
was here to treat me again.” - Savitri G.
“My headaches
and jaw pain used to be so terrible that I couldn’t
take care of my babies. I feel great now that the pain is
gone. Everyone here was wonderful to me and my family. It
was perfect.” - Evelyn Y.
“Before beginning
my treatment with Dr. Klemons, I was experiencing constant
jaw pain and could barely open my mouth. I was no longer
confident in my ability to fulfill my dream of being a professional
trumpet player. All the doctors I saw previously told me
that I’d never be able to play the trumpet again.
Now, after being treated by Dr. Klemons and his staff, I
play pain free for many hours and give professional concerts.
His treatment has changed my life and for that I cannot
thank him enough.” - Kaitlin M.
“Before I
came here, jaw pain, clicking, and locking were torture.
Let’s put it this way - My husband was happy because
I wasn’t doing much talking, but now I’m back
in commission with the problem gone.” - Ann F.
“Dr. Klemons saved my life. Before I came here I couldn’t eat, I couldn’t yawn, and I couldn’t kiss because of agonizing jaw and ear pain. My number one goal was to eat a hamburger - and now I can do any of that without a problem. Dr. Klemons is everything his website says. Everything he said would happen really happened.
Regardless of his incredible knowledge and experience, he is the most down to earth and caring doctor I ever met. It’s an honor to know him. The other doctors I saw just wanted to give me medication, but Dr. Klemons and his office really made me better. I have a real need to say “thank you” to him and his entire staff. This is the first time I ever went to a doctor to whom I didn’t want to say goodbye.” - Heidi G.
“There
were times when my jaw pain affected all aspects of my daily
activities including speaking and chewing. It was a real
misconception to think it would go away by itself. Now,
It’s a huge relief to be able to go to sleep without
having to worry that I’m going to be in pain the next
day .” - Dr. Kenneth S.
“I dealt with
jaw pain for nine years and when the ringing in my ears
started, I felt like I was going insane. In addition, day
in and day out, every single moment, I was thinking about
my face. It affected every part of my life. I went to so
many medical and dental specialists who all told me that
nothing could be done to help me–until I found Dr.
Klemons on the internet. I came here from Maryland six hours
round trip and was really skeptical--but now that it’s
gone–no amount of money or time would have ever stopped
me from coming here.” - Angela E. (Maryland)
“I had a spot
on my skin for ten years. Dr. Klemons insisted that I have
a biopsy. If not for him, it could have become very serious.
He may well have saved my life. Not only that, but my headaches,
jaw pain, burning tongue and mouth, hoarseness, sore throats
and difficulty swallowing are gone.” - Madeline D.
“For five
years I had consistent muscle pain in my jaw and at times
I couldn’t open my mouth. It was frustrating, but
I didn’t realize how serious it was until I came here.
It feels fantastic to have the entire problem gone. It’s
a huge relief. Everyone here is extremely friendly and caring.”
- Robert R.
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“For almost
six years, I was really restricted and complained all the
time because of severe jaw pain and headaches. Now I can
eat whatever I want and do whatever I want. A TMJ specialist
told me I needed surgery. I’m really grateful that
Dr. Klemons got me better without surgery. Everyone here
was excellent.” - Kimberly O.
“When I first came to you, I had a lot of stuff going on - jaw pain that went into my ear and neck, ringing in my ears, and a metal taste in my mouth. Now that I don’t have any of it anymore, I can eat and I can smile. The people here are terrific.” - Anthony G.
"Before I came
here I saw three other doctors and I was told I needed TM
joint surgery to stop the locking and pain. You did it without
any surgery. You guys are really awesome.” - Nora
R.
“The worst of my many symptoms
were really loud and painful clicking in my jaw. Eating
was very tiring and it was hard to swallow because of the
pain in my throat. One of my hopes before coming here was
to eliminate all of that and now it’s all gone. This
place is really amazing. Everyone here is wonderful.”
- Jenny R.
“I was miserable
with burning of my face, earaches, and having my jaw stuck
so I couldn’t open it. I had to soak foods just to
eat them. In fact there were hundreds of things I couldn’t
do because of the pain. I’m so grateful to Dr. Klemons
for making me better, and thank him for taking me out of
my misery.” - Denise Z.
“Besides the
horrible headaches and the feeling that something was stuck
in my throat for five years, when I was trying to speak
to people my jaw would tremble. Before I came here I saw
twelve different doctors including two TMJ specialists,
a neurologist, a psychiatrist, and even had TMJ surgery.
In addition, I took at least fifteen different medications.
Most just made me shaky, nauseous and dizzy, and kept me
in bed all day. I used to be AFRAID to laugh, but now I
can! I never thought I’d feel as good as I do now.
Everyone here is fantastic.” - Edith P.
“Being able
to open my mouth and chew were impossible because my jaw
was locked and I was in horrendous, agonizing, and excruciating
pain. It’s great to be back to normal.
The best way to
describe how the doctors and staff treated me here is that
they are like my family. There is no room for improvement
in this office. Having completed treatment, I wouldn't change
a thing.” - Cindy W.
“When I think of how I was when I first came here, oh my gosh, I couldn’t open my mouth and had excruciating pain. It was terrible, but I had confidence in Dr. Klemons that I would improve. In fact, everyone here made me feel confident that I would get better and were so caring. I’m all better and being discharged today.” - Mary A.
“It’s a real relief
to have relief from the headaches and jaw pain. I own
my own business, but the pain used to be so horrible that
I couldn’t go to work.
I just want to say how happy
I am with the treatment I received and how well everyone
treated me. The pain was life altering. I’m a different
person now, and that’s the truth!” - John
A.
“When my mommy’s jaw pain was really bad, I used to hug her a lot. I’m so happy she doesn’t have it anymore.” - William S.
“On a scale
of 0 to10 where 0 is no pain and 10 is the most pain I could
imagine, my jaw pain was 11! It’s such a relief to
have no pain after so long. The doctors and staff here are
excellent. This office is so efficient it’s really
unreal. My physician told me that I would surely get help
here after nothing else worked. It’s wonderful that
he sent me.” - Patricia D.
“We
have lots of fun coming here and help make our mom’s
jaw pain go away.” - Briana (8), Cyara (5), and
Delaynie (3) - (Patient: Karen T.)
“You wouldn’t
want the jaw pain I had before I came here, but I don’t
have it anymore. Everything here is very organized and perfect!”
- Victor A.
“Before
I came to Dr. Klemons I couldn’t laugh or open my
mouth or eat. My headaches and jaw pain were just so bad.
After I came here, step-by-step I got better and now it’s
really gone.” - Robbie H.
“My brain
was shutting down because of the jaw pain I had for so long.
But now that the pain is gone, I’m back to myself
and smiling again. Everyone here is just wonderful. It’s
wonderful that they can save people’s faces. Who wants
to live in a world where people aren’t smiling? Dr.
Klemons is fabulous and by far the best doctor I’ve
ever seen.” - Virginia B.
“My daughter
had agonizing pain in her jaw for five years. Every doctor
we took her to in New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia
scared us and their treatment made her worse. They all told
us she needed surgery, so I was really worried before we
came to Dr. Klemons. We’re so happy with the treatment
she’s receiving–she doesn’t need surgery.”
- Maria D. (Mother)
“I had to
stop and focus before I walked down the stairs because I
used to get very dizzy. Once I actually fell down. I couldn’t
eat a lot of the time because my jaw was locked and hurt
so much. It feels really good to be normal again. Everyone
here treated me incredibly well.” - Caitlin R. (16
years old)
“Coming to
your office for treatment was the best thing I could have
ever done for my jaw. Not only was your staff friendly but
you were the only doctor who knew what happened to my jaw
before I even said it. My Mom was so happy she started to
cry.
Dancing is a big
part of my life and before I started treatment I would dance
in pain for hours. I never thought the pain would go away.
It was so severe that I even started passing out because
of it. It was really affecting my life. My Mom took me to
several different doctors and they all had something different
to say. I just wished we could find a doctor that could
make me feel better.
I’m truly
blessed that I found your office because there is no other
doctor out there as loving and caring as you. I can’t
thank you enough for all you and your staff did for me.“
- Samantha B. (14 years old)
“When I first
came here I thought my brain was going to explode. I didn’t
even want to pick my head up off the pillow and couldn’t
eat for such a long time because my jaw hurt so bad. Most
of the time I couldn’t even get off my couch. It’s
a feeling of normalcy to have the pain go away.” -
Jane L.
“I couldn’t even sleep because of the sharp pain in my head, and I could barely open my mouth until a doctor in Virginia referred me here. I can even eat big burritos and don’t wake up in pain anymore. The people here are very nice. They’re all so pleasant.” - Natasha C. (Virginia)
“I couldn’t chew because my jaw was locked so I couldn’t open it. I was really scared that I needed surgery, but Dr. Klemons got me better without it.” - Erica J.
“I just didn’t
feel like eating because it caused so much jaw pain and
headaches and my jaw would lock closed. That’s not
a problem anymore now that I was treated here.” -
Rohan G.
“My jaw pain and my migraines were “9’s” on a scale of 0-10. I never thought they’d get better so fast. Everyone is really, really nice. They’re like family to me.” - Julie G. (15 year old)
"Even if I
lived in California I'd come here for treatment for jaw
pain, migraines, and vomiting. The doctors and staff are
really excellent. - Jennifer R.
P.S. - I actually
forgot that before I came here I used to have ringing in
my ears
A
year ago, I wasn’t even functioning. I couldn’t
even get off the couch because of severe jaw pain. But
now I’m going on with my life normally without the
pain. The doctors and staff here are wonderful. I have
no complaints.” - Debra C. (New York)
“I had headaches
that were so bad that I was vomiting and completely incapacitated.
I couldn’t even get out of bed. I couldn’t see
because of the eye pain and could not eat or smile because
of the jaw pain. I couldn’t go outside because the
sun hurt my eyes and I couldn’t stand any noise like
the TV because it drove me crazy.
I was never able
to clear the pressure in my ears, and I used to get terrible
sinus infections a few times a year. My ENT specialist said
he couldn’t do anything for me but give me medicine
and “lots of it”. I haven’t had any sinus
infections since I treated here.
It’s fantastic
to feel like a new person since I had the Radiofrequency
procedures. A stranger recently told me, “You have
a beautiful smile”. No one said that to me for years
because I was in so much pain.
I would recommend
this office to anyone who has these problems. I’m
really happy that my neurologist told me to see Dr. Klemons.”
- Celia L.
“It used to
hurt so much that I couldn’t eat foods I like or sing
because of the headaches and jaw pain. I’m back to
eating normal now and sing all the time.” - Michelle
B.
“My wife couldn’t
laugh because the headaches and jaw pain were so terrible,
but that isn’t a problem anymore and that makes me
happy too. Thank God.” - Jose P.
“For 23 years, not being able to have a conversation or eat without jaw pain was the worst symptom I had of many. My family didn’t even believe it. I’m just overwhelmed after all the doctors I saw how liberating it is to have it all gone. This was an amazing experience.” - Donna P.
“My headaches and jaw pain really stunk and I’m really happy they’re all gone since I came here. I’m going to miss you guys.” - Deanna D.
“I
lost 15 lbs. because I couldn’t eat due to jaw pain,
fatigue, and headaches. I couldn’t eat my favorite
foods. Being in pain and not being able to eat or smile
really brought me down. I’m back to the happy-go-lucky
person I used to be because the pain and fatigue are gone.
As a matter of fact, the people here are fabulous.”
- Sigrid T.
“The clicking and pain in my temples were so bad I couldn’t work or think. I’ve been to a lot of doctors, but the people here are the best! I tell everybody. They really got rid of it all. I thank God that I was able to come here for treatment.” - Richard D.
“Before
starting treatment, I could barely open my mouth. Laughing proved
to be difficult and tiring. Yawning was completely out of the question,
although fighting a yawn wasn’t much better. I had a constant
earache and I used to hold my hand over my ear because the heat
made me slightly less miserable.
My initial visit with Dr. Klemons was a relief, I started
treatment and after less than one month, I noticed myself yawning
without discomfort or the instinct to fight against it. So I decided
to do a little experiment. I tried opening my mouth. Sounds simple
enough right? Well, this time, for the first time in over a year,
it WAS simple and possible! That was when I really began to see
light at the end of a painful tunnel.
Today I was discharged from treatment. No more relaxing
drives to NJ. However, I can say that my earache, which was the
worst symptom, is gone and that I am able to open my mouth again!
I am a much, much happier individual who no longer feels hindered
by pain. I would highly recommend Dr. Klemons and his staff.
Thank you to everyone at the office for your kindness and
patience. But most of all thanks for giving me back the quality
of life. - Roniann M. (New York)
“My
ears were so clogged that I could barely hear.
Everything sounded muffled. Jaw pain was also
really bad and sometimes I couldn’t eat.
I feel great now that I don’t have these
problems anymore. It’s such a relief. I
enjoyed very much coming here and getting to know
everyone. It’s a very relaxing and peaceful
environment.” - Ruqayyah P.
“Oh my dear God. In the beginning I was always nauseous, dizzy and the jaw pain was the worst pain I’ve ever had in my life. I couldn’t stand up or sit down without the room spinning. I can’t even describe how horrible the noise in my ears was. I couldn’t work or do anything or even be in a room with people because it hurt my ears. It’s the best feeling to be back to normal without the pain, nausea, dizziness, or noise which went away with a trigeminal pharyngoplasty procedure. The staff and Dr. Klemons are wonderful. They’re always trying to get you better.”
- Thamara M.
Note: Other procedures were necessary prior to the trigeminal pharyngoplasty to which this patient referred.
“For the past 17 years, I was out of my mind because of dizziness and jaw pain to say nothing about the vomiting. When I first came here I didn’t believe the treatment would help, but it’s all gone. I was afraid that the problem would return after I returned to teaching, but it hasn’t. The treatment here has changed my life. I’m really thrilled. ” - Ruth P.
“When my jaw locked I ended
up in the hospital. All they did was give me pain killers
which really didn’t help. It’s a good thing
my doctor referred me to Dr. Klemons. I have a very high
tolerance for pain, but the headaches, jaw, eye and ear
pain and pain in my throat were so bad that I couldn’t
sleep, I couldn’t eat, or anything else. It was
so bad I was throwing up from the pain. I feel wonderful
to be able to be back to normal and am ready to go back
to work.
Every doctor and staff member
in this office is great. I don’t know where I’d
be without them.” - Michelle S.
“When the doctor who was treating me for horrible headaches, jaw pain, and problems swallowing determined that I should go see Dr. Klemons, I told my boyfriend. He told me not to worry because Dr. Klemons treated him 27 years ago, and he’s still feeling great.” - Jennifer T.
“It was really agonizing to chew for one and a half years before I came here but not anymore. The people here treated me wonderfully.” - Lindsay C.
“For 25 years pain ruined my life. I couldn’t go to work or have kids (because of all the medications). I had to go to the hospital at least once or twice a week. Especially after seeing about forty doctors who couldn’t help me, I really thought the pain would never go away and I would have to live with it for the rest of my life. Before I came here my husband and I could never make plans to do anything, but we make plans and do lots of things all the time now that I’m feeling so wonderful.
Everybody here is terrific and genuinely concerned. I tell everyone on Myspace and the blogs with migraines, eye pain, dizziness, ringing in the ears, earaches and pressure, nausea, jaw and chest pain, hoarseness, and sore throats that they should come here. It’s a miracle.” - Melissa G.
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“After years of horrible headaches and jaw pain which kept me from speaking, going to school, or playing volleyball on my school team a lot of the time, and after having TM joint surgery and seeing at least nine other doctors, TMJ specialists, and surgeons, I was referred to Dr. Klemons. I don’t have pain anymore and not only play volleyball, but won a county public speaking contest without any pain. Dr. Klemons checked me for numerous conditions which no one else did and really made the pain go away when no one else could.
Everyone here was so professional and friendly. I really enjoyed coming here.” - Marissa M. (16 years old)
“I had terrible pain in my head and jaw day and night that kept me from eating and sleeping. Everyday I would go to bed with pain and wake up with pain. After Dr. Klemons treated me, it’s all gone. You have a beautiful staff here and I never had to wait long.” - Germana H.
“There were
so many things I couldn’t eat before I came here.
God works in strange ways. Coming to this office has been
absolutely amazing. Dr. Klemons is a miracle worker.”
- Kathryn B.
“Before
I came here I was in really bad pain in my eyes, ears, jaw
and my head. It kept me from sleeping and sometimes I couldn’t
go to work because I hurt so bad. Now I feel happy and the
pain is gone. Everyone here is excellent.” - Desmond
A.
“I could write a book about how great I felt for six and a half years after I was treated here. All the excruciating headaches, eye pain, earaches, pain in my face and jaw, chest pain, and terrible dizziness, ringing in my ears, nausea, and difficulty swallowing were completely gone. It scares me to know that people can be in pain their whole lives not knowing that Dr. Klemons can get them better.
Unfortunately, I flipped head over heels and fell down stairs and that’s the only reason I had to return. I’m really happy to know I can come back here to get rid of the problem again.” - Carmella W.
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“Before I
came here the pain in my temples and my jaw was excruciating.
The difference in my day to day life as a police sergeant
since the pain is gone is just incredible. The doctors and
staff here are fantastic.” - Alan W.
“Jaw and ear pain kept me from eating and yawning, but now they’re completely gone. Everyone was an angel to me here. Sweet and friendly.” - Lauren H.
“When I started here I was in real pain in my jaw bone and my ears were ringing really bad so I couldn’t sleep at night. My doctor sent me to Dr. Klemons, and I don’t have the problem anymore. Very nice people here. You people made such a great difference in my life.” - Jeneba J.
“I was really skeptical before I came here but I made a remarkable recovery. I really feel 100% better. All of the symptoms are gone including headaches, ringing and hissing in my ears, dizziness, blurry vision, hearing loss, earaches, pressure in my ears, nausea, jaw pain, aching pain in my chest, and a feeling something was stuck in my throat, and twitches all over my face, neck, shoulders, arms, and fingers of both hands. This is the most professional and organized office I’ve every been in. It’s a pleasure and an honor.” - Anthony S.
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“When
I first started here I was limited with terrible jaw pain
and headaches. I could barely read to my daughter. I can’t
put into words what a huge difference there is now that
the pain is gone. The long trips to this office were really
worth it. I’m going to miss coming here. I think this
place is fantastic.”
- Lisa E.
“Forty-one
years ago, I started getting terrible sinus headaches, jaw
pain, and earaches and ringing in my ears which kept getting
worse. Narcotic pain killers didn’t even work and
I could hardly ever sleep because of the pain. I never thought
it would go away, but it did. It’s excellent here.”-
Rona O.
“For 11 years
I had terrible headaches and jaw pain that interrupted my
daily life. It feels like I have my life back now that I
don’t have to worry about another horribly painful
episode.” - Irene S.
“After all the doctor’s offices I went to before coming here-who treated me so poorly-the contrast is amazing. The people here treated me surprisingly well. I’m really tired of doctors but not here. Not being able to open my jaw, the pain in my face and neck, and the migraines were the worst. I didn’t even think the migraines were related because they started more than 10 years before the rest of the problems. So it’s a real bonus to have them gone too. The people here are great. It’s really surprising to have so many nice people in one place without a single bad one.” - Kyle V.
“Before my oral and maxillofacial surgeon referred me to Dr. Klemons, I could hardly eat. Jaw pain was horrible. It feels great to be able to eat and not be concentrating on the pain. I enjoy eating again. The people here are really nice and sociable.” - Robin G.
“When I was
injured and developed terrible headaches and jaw pain I
knew exactly who to go to since Dr. Klemons had eliminated
the same problems which resulted from a prior accident when
I was a little girl 20 years ago. Everyone here was sincere,
kind, caring, and attentive from the moment I called until
the moment I was discharged from treatment.” - Carole
S.
“No problem. No pain at all. I’m just very happy to be without the jaw pain.” - Cathy Z.
“I feel it’s a miracle. My headaches, sore throats, and jaw pain which were unreal are now gone. You’re thorough top to bottom. What you’ve done for me is amazing. You’re the only doctor who has taken away my pain. You’re a God in my eyes.
Whatever you’re doing, it’s the right thing and I’m not pumping sunshine.” - Leslie Z.
“For 3 years,
I couldn’t even yawn because it hurt my jaw so badly.
It feels great to have no more pain. It was a real relief
to know that my problem wasn’t caused by a problem
in my brain. The whole staff here is very friendly and helps
each other to be sure everything is taken care of. I’m
really happy that my neurologist told me to come here before
having me go for another MRI of my brain which it turned
out wasn’t necessary.” - Norman K.
“I first started having a long list of symptoms 23 years ago. I'm amazed that after treating here with Dr. Klemons and his associates I've had the best time of my life. I used to have incapacitating headaches, eye pain, dizziness, ringing, pressure and pain in my ears, nausea, pain in my face and jaw, chest pain, hoarseness, problems swallowing and numbness. I was often bed bound. I just didn't enjoy life. I would go out to eat to at a restaurant and then have to be taken home. I start crying just thinking about how bad it was. I wasn't living a normal life and I was in such a fog wondering whether I'd ever get rid of all these problems. Since I came here they're all gone.
The doctors and staff here are so caring and kind. Coming here has been the best experience I ever had. I just feel so comfortable here. I'm really impressed and feel like I can put my life in their hands. Everything is always explained and I never leave with any questions." - Carol C.
“In the beginning,
my mouth would hardly open and I couldn’t eat because my
jaw was stuck and hurt so much. I’m happy and feel better
about myself because the pain and locking aren’t there.
Everyone treated me very nicely.” - Nicole L. (14 years
old)
"I went through
hell seeing at least fifteen doctors before I came here.
I felt like I was being tortured with the most horrible
jaw pain. All the other doctors gave me drugs that made
me dopey, sleepy, and confused. They also gave me heart
palpations and made my hands shake uncontrollably. Some
of the dentists I saw gave me root canal therapy to take
the nerves out of my teeth and then extracted them without
any reduction in the pain. Dr. Klemons was the first doctor
who understood and believed me and now I feel like a new
person. Everyone here is great." - Kim R.
“This
office gave me back my life. When I first came here I couldn’t
stand the jaw pain or migraines, and I was biting my tongue
every night. The pain was so bad that I wasn’t able
to go to work and had to stay in bed a lot.” - Hilda
B.
“My problem
first started 56 years ago. The worst part was the jaw pain which
was often excruciating. When I first came here I was in tears. I’m
going to miss being pampered here with my feet up now that the pain
is gone. I’d like to come here and camp out.” - Debora
S.
“My biggest “aha” was that I had all these symptoms for seven years that I didn’t realize were related. I came here for my jaw pain, but the pressure in my eyes and feeling that fluid was draining from my ears are gone too.” - Stacy N.
“I
came here from Pennsylvania very skeptical that anyone could
help the pain behind my eye and in my jaw. Someone told
me I should have my jaw broken, but that certainly wasn’t
necessary. Within a short time after I came here the pain
was improving and everyone here was nice to me. This is
the first time I ever went to a doctor where the pain actually
went away.” - Andrea L. (Pennsylvania)
“It’s been horrible having pain in my jaw for 30 years. When my jaw popped out, I couldn’t even swallow. I even went to the hospital a few times where they stretched me and hurt me terribly. But after coming here, there really is no pain anymore.
Everybody here has been great. They’re so nice. Believe me I’d tell you if there was something wrong.” - Linda M.
“Severe jaw
pain and dizziness kept me out of work and from doing virtually
anything until my Neurologist referred me here. From the
very first day I found everyone to be professional, considerate,
courteous, timely, and dedicated to relieving my pain–and
they did. After Dr. Klemons did radiofrequency procedures
on one side, the pain went away on both sides of my head
and face. I would recommend Dr. Klemons to anyone.”
- Stephani M.
“I couldn’t even smile
when I had headaches or jaw pain. It really affected my
mood. I’m glad to be back to my old jolly self because
it’s all gone.” - Mary M.
“I used to have constant headaches - all the time. I just couldn’t function and the jaw pain was so bad that I couldn’t chew. The dizziness, nausea, and vomiting were really bad. Now that it’s all gone I feel like I hit the lottery since I had the radiofrequency procedures. Believe it or not, I only had them done on one side but the pain went away on both sides. You have an awesome staff. ” - Johanna T.
“It was terrible, just making me crazy so I couldn’t sleep or eat because I had constant pain in my face, under my ear and under my chin. I feel fantastic now that I can laugh again, sleep, and eat without pain. The doctors and staff here are excellent.” - Amy B.
“Severe jaw
pain and locking so I couldn't open my mouth were driving
me crazy. It's just wonderful not to have any of it anymore
to the point that I don't even think about it. I couldn't
ask for more." - Angela B.
“I couldn’t
get out of bed because the headaches and jaw pain were so
horrible. Everyone here was wonderful to me and made me
feel great.” - Luz G.
“Eating and
yawning were hard to do until I came here for treatment.
My pediatrician, oral surgeon, dentist, and orthodontist
all recommended that I see Dr. Klemons. It’s great
to be back to normal.” - Megan W. (16 years old)
“The pain in my head, ear, and jaw was horrible. I couldn’t chew and my mouth wouldn’t open a lot of the time (which made my life as a teacher pretty miserable). All my friends thought I was crazy. It feels great now that I can eat anything I want to and don’t wake up in the morning freaking out because my jaw is locked. I wish that I was referred earlier when I went to the emergency room.
You have the best staff I’ve ever encountered in my life. The best of the best.” - Lizbet A.
“The
worst symptoms I had were really bad headaches
and jaw pain. The pain was so bad that I couldn’t
go to work for three months. A lot of the time
I couldn’t eat. It’s such a big relief
that its all gone. Everyone here was very thorough
and patient. I’m really happy that my neurologist
referred me to Dr. Klemons.” - Natalie I.
“My jaw pain woke
me from sleep night after night. When my orthopedist
sent me here, I doubted I’d get better.
It feels great to have all the pain gone.”
- Jimmie S.
“The worst problems I had before I came here were headaches, jaw pain, and despair which are all gone now.
Thank you to you and your entire staff. You’ve all been really wonderful.” - Annette H.
"The worst two symptoms were my migraines and my jaw pain. They kept me in bed with the lights off - no TV - no nothing. I’m planning to be married and was afraid I wouldn’t be able to enjoy the wedding because of the pain. It’s the best feeling ever to have the pain gone. The people here are wonderful. I couldn’t be happier.” - Kristin R.
“I
missed quite a bit of work and my awful jaw pain was constant
day and night. When I first came here I was really skeptical
that you could help me, but everything you told me would
happen actually happened. It was a wonderful experience
with nice doctors and nice staff.” - Margit Z.
“It used to be so painful
to eat because my jaw hurt immensely, and I fell down
because I was so dizzy. I basically couldn’t function
at all and had to lie down all the time. It’s like
having a huge weight lifted since it’s all gone.
I love everyone here. It’s
a great environment.” - Jacklyn M.
“I couldn’t
even eat before I came here. My jaw would get stuck and
the pain was excruciating. Nothing hurts anymore and I
didn’t even need surgery. I’m very happy.
All the doctors and staff here are really nice.”
- Luis J.
“It used
to hurt my jaw so much even when I was sitting around.
Headaches made me want to just sleep and not go out. After
three years of pain, I had RF procedures, and it feels
SO GOOD not to have the pain anymore. Everyone here treated
me great.” - Megan K. (Pennsylvania)
“The
worst of many symptoms was excruciating jaw pain especially
when I ate. For a long time I could barely eat soft foods.
I’m fine now that
it’s gone. The doctors and staff are great.”
- Idys B.
“I just kept
feeling worse and worse with dizziness, nausea, excruciating
headaches and jaw pain. I was losing weight because I was
choking and had such terrible migraines. It got to the point
I couldn’t work. I remember being in bed for months
at a time because I just couldn’t function. When I
came here and found out that all the symptoms were connected,
it was such a relief. With treatment, I became better and
better and now I’m being discharged without the pain
and the other symptoms. Everyone here was great, very professional
and friendly. I really appreciate my neurologist for referring
me here.” - Kathleen M.
“My sister
refused to eat with me because the clicks my jaw used to
make were so annoying. My favorite breakfast is a bagel
and cream cheese. I couldn’t eat them for nine years
because of jaw pain, fatigue, and clicking. Now that it’s
all gone I can eat anything I want and what’s more
my sister can sit next to me when I eat. Everyone here is
excellent.” - Katrine H.
“The headaches and jaw pain which were excruciating before I came here have literally dissipated and I’m able to chew, smile, and sleep without any pain. The people in this office are wonderful.” - Deanna D.
“I had horrible
headaches and jaw pain for five years. Other doctors made
me worse and told me I needed jaw surgery. Dr. Klemons and
his staff got me better without any surgery.” - Lisa
D.
“I couldn’t even yawn and had terrible jaw pain and couldn’t swallow. I’m really happy it's gone. The people here are friendly, punctual, and never miss anything.” - Suk C. (Georgia)
“Every time I ate (everyday) my jaw started hurting really bad. I also had headaches and neck pain and a lot of stress and tension and a lot of mood swings from the pain. I am extremely, extremely happy it’s all gone because the treatment even relieved the stress and I feel better overall. It’s really a miracle. The people here are really, really nice. ” - Nichole F.
“I would tell
Doctors about my ear and jaw pain, and the headaches (which
were the scariest part), and no one knew what to do for
them. Then I came here, and they’re gone.” -
Christine M.
"I
saw two Ear, Nose and Throat specialists, a dentist, and
oral surgeon before they referred me here for jaw pain.
Treatment was so easy. It really surprised me. The doctors
and staff here are wonderful.” - Jennifer O.
“Not having to feel or think
about the lower jaw pain I had all the time for 25 years
is really a relief.” - Eva B.
“Excruciating
pain in my face and jaw used to keep me from doing everything
from chilling to eating to yawning, and I couldn’t
go to school or work. It feels great to be back to normal,
and I had a good time coming here for treatment.”
- Hasan M.
“My doctor in Virginia told
me I needed five surgeries all over my face to stop the
pain and locking. Dr. Klemons got me better without any
of that. He saved my life! Everyone here treated me like
a VIP.” - Harris B. (Virginia)
“I couldn’t
open my mouth or chew, and my jaw always felt like someone
was stabbing it. It’s so good that it’s gone
and I’m back to normal.” - Candice G.
“For four
years I couldn’t eat, talk, yawn or even kiss my boyfriend
because jaw pain was so uncomfortable and sometimes excruciating.
I was afraid I’d be stuck that way forever. But it’s
not a problem anymore now that I was treated here.”
- Candice B.
“When I
first came to you I had such doubt in my mind. I said
to myself how is he going to help me? I really was a “Doubting
Thomas”. My jaw was so bad I didn’t think
you could help me, but I did everything you said and it
really worked. Also, your staff was all wonderful. They
always made me feel comfortable and so did you. So I just
want to thank you. You’re doing a bang up job.”
– Eileen F.
“When I came
here jaw pain, pain in my temples and ringing in my ears
kept me from eating (I needed a blender to grind up my food)
and I couldn’t sing (which is one of my favorite things
to do). None of that’s a problem anymore.
Everyone here was great - and I love the fact that I can
sing at jazz clubs again.” - Arlene H.
“I
was on the road to being a pilot or in Special Forces in
the U.S. Air Force and was in Officer Candidate School until
I developed a miserable jaw problem. It really ruined my
life. My colonel thought I was going to be in the Joint
Chiefs of Staff someday. It feels so good to be able to
wake up in the morning knowing I won’t have pain,
and don’t feel like an old man any more.” -
David F. (Massachusetts)
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