Emface for TMJ
EMFACE is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive TMJ treatment that uses synchronized radiofrequency (RF) and HIFES to target the jaw muscles and relieve TMJ pain without injections or surgery. RF gently warms tissue to improve circulation and help reduce muscle spasms, while HIFES activates and re-educates the masseter and temporalis for better muscle balance. This hands-free therapy can help ease TMJ dysfunction symptoms and support or improve jaw range of motion with no downtime.
What is Emface?
Emface for the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) uses radiofrequency (RF) and HIFES (High-Intensity Facial Electrical Stimulation) to non-invasively relieve temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain by relaxing tense jaw muscles (like the masseter/temporalis) and improving circulation, offering an alternative to injections or surgery for muscle-related TMJ dysfunction, working by heating tissues and re-educating muscles for better balance and reduced spasms.
The emface is FDA-cleared to treat TMJ dysfunction and associated pain, relieve symptoms of muscle spasms, and help maintain or increase jaw range of motion. By directly targeting the jaw muscles with synchronized radiofrequency and HIFES stimulation, emface provides a comfortable, hands-free therapy that supports everyday comfort and mobility — without surgery or downtime.
Radiofrequency elevates tissue temperature to relieve symptoms of muscle spasms and improve local circulation. HIFES stimulation activates the jaw muscles, helping to treat TMJ dysfunction, ease associated pain, and support or increase the range of motion.
How does Emface Work for TMJ?
- RF (Radiofrequency): Gently heats the tissue, increasing blood flow, reducing inflammation, relaxing muscle spasms, and promoting collagen/elastin production.
- HIFES (High-Intensity Facial Electrical Stimulation): Delivers controlled electrical impulses to stimulate and strengthen jaw muscles (masseter, temporalis), retraining them to function better and support jaw alignment.
- Targeted Settings: For TMJ, the stimulation frequency is lower (around 67 Hz) to relax and re-educate muscles, unlike cosmetic settings that aim to build muscle.
Are you experiencing TMJ?
Symptoms of TMJ disorders may include:
- Tightened facial and jaw muscles
- Pain or tenderness in the jaw
- Pain in one or both temporomandibular joints
- Aching pain in and around the ear
- Having a hard time chewing or experiencing pain while chewing
- Aching facial pain
- Locking of the joint, making it hard to open or close your mouth
- Headache
- Neck pain
- Eye pain
- Tooth pain that occurs along with jaw tenderness
- Chronic teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism)
- Jaw injury or trauma
- Stress, leading to tightened facial and jaw muscles
- Arthritis affecting the joint
- Malocclusion (bite misalignment)
- Repetitive strain on the jaw from chewing or speaking habits
Symptoms can extend beyond the jaw, often radiating into the face, neck, and even the head. Patients frequently report:
- Jaw pain or stiffness
- Clicking or popping sounds
- Headaches
- Earaches
- Difficulty opening or closing the mouth fully
How does Emface benefit those who suffer from TMJ?
- Reduces jaw pain, headaches, and facial tension from clenching/bruxism
- Improves muscle balance and jaw mobility
- Non-invasive, no needles, no downtime
- FDA-cleared for TMJ dysfunction treatment
What to Expect from Emface for TMJ Treatment
- Sessions involve a warm sensation and muscle contractions, described as comfortable.
- A typical protocol involves multiple 20-minute sessions
- Studies show significant pain reduction
