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Debra Allen
6 years ago
I noticed during a routine dental visit that Dr. Stender offers treatment for jaw pain and migraines. I asked about it, did a free consultation, and was intrigued enough by the program (and frankly tired enough of the jaw pain and migraines) that I signed up (for me the treatment was not covered by insurance). As part of the program, Dr. Stender and his dental assistant Melissa Milner do a program where you visit the office weekly and do therapy sessions to relax and retrain your jaw muscles. You are also given exercises to do at home, and Dr. Stender adjusts your teeth and fits you with a retainer to wear at night that helps to train your jaw to function properly. Even after a couple of weeks I noticed a reduction in jaw pain, and the bite adjustment enables me to chew easier! I didn't realize that i could really only chew on one side! Over the course of the program the frequency of my migraines was reduced substantially. As a nice byproduct of the program, I also learned a lot of strategies for dealing with tension in my neck and face, and have better awareness of things I am doing that cause that. Dr. Stender is extremely adept at getting your teeth and jaw to work optimally, and Melissa is a talented and empathetic TruDenta therapist that is a real joy to work with. I would highly recommend this program to anyone dealing with TMJ, migraines, or jaw pain.

Jerome Love
6 years ago
I went to Dr Stender to have what I thought was a broken crown looked at. He was extremely thorough in looking not only at the crown but also at the rest of my mouth. In the end, it turned out to be just a chip, which he fixed in about 30 seconds. Other dentists would have exaggerated the problem to take advantage and make money, but Dr Stender was honest and performed a simple fix to a simple problem. Staff members are all friendly and the office was clean and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back to have all of my dental procedures with his office.

Lisa Miller
6 years ago
Friendly staff, I have had reduction I. My headaches & jaw pain. Caring & helpful.

Booney Rooker
6 years ago
Very friendly and welcoming staff. I went in for a tmj consultation and received a thorough assessment, just wished I would have known about tmj treatments earlier.

Jacqueline Barber
6 years ago
Great visit. I did not need numbing and there was no pain. Love the new technology!!

Arlie T Snider
6 years ago
I came here for a TMJ and the staff is very knowledgeable. I am returning to begin treatment..

Leoroy Walker
7 years ago
I was very happy I found a dentist that had paid for all the top of the line testing equipment, but also fully understood TMJ/TMD and its effects on other parts of the body. After 6 years of Drs and DDS's I finally found a clinic that was technologically equipped and had the full therapeutic staff to handle a patient such as myself. If you have TMD/TMJ please schedule an initial consultation with Dr Stender and staff. I've been to so many doctors/ dentist and the USC university and this was the most thorough experience I have ever had. The staff is friendly, the place clean. And even better, they understood my symptoms! If you have had this issue, you know how rare that is! But the best part is the Doctor has the most sophisticated and top of the line dental testing equipment as well as a highly helpful and educated staff. I can't praise them enough for the hope they have given me. I can't attest to their day to day dental practice, But I can say if you have Bruxism, have headaches, have facial pain, have tooth sensitivities, have neck and shoulder pain. It's worth the consultation. This clinic has given me so much. After 6 years of doctors and dentist not knowing what to do with me, this clinic spent 1.5 hours testing me with very expensive equipment (i was ready to drive to Arkansas to get access to the DTR testing until I found Dr Stender online.) and most important to me, they understood my symptoms. After 6 years of specialists, Dr Stender and staff gave me hope that I might get better. And that is everything to me.

Jacqueline Barber
7 years ago
Great visit. I did not need numbing and there was no pain. Love the new technology!!

Lisa Miller
7 years ago
Friendly staff, I have had reduction I. My headaches & jaw pain. Caring & helpful.

Jerome Love
7 years ago
I went to Dr Stender to have what I thought was a broken crown looked at. He was extremely thorough in looking not only at the crown but also at the rest of my mouth. In the end, it turned out to be just a chip, which he fixed in about 30 seconds. Other dentists would have exaggerated the problem to take advantage and make money, but Dr Stender was honest and performed a simple fix to a simple problem. Staff members are all friendly and the office was clean and comfortable. I'll definitely be coming back to have all of my dental procedures with his office.

Booney Rooker
7 years ago
Very friendly and welcoming staff. I went in for a tmj consultation and received a thorough assessment, just wished I would have known about tmj treatments earlier.

Debra Allen
7 years ago
I noticed during a routine dental visit that Dr. Stender offers treatment for jaw pain and migraines. I asked about it, did a free consultation, and was intrigued enough by the program (and frankly tired enough of the jaw pain and migraines) that I signed up (for me the treatment was not covered by insurance). As part of the program, Dr. Stender and his dental assistant Melissa Milner do a program where you visit the office weekly and do therapy sessions to relax and retrain your jaw muscles. You are also given exercises to do at home, and Dr. Stender adjusts your teeth and fits you with a retainer to wear at night that helps to train your jaw to function properly. Even after a couple of weeks I noticed a reduction in jaw pain, and the bite adjustment enables me to chew easier! I didn't realize that i could really only chew on one side! Over the course of the program the frequency of my migraines was reduced substantially. As a nice byproduct of the program, I also learned a lot of strategies for dealing with tension in my neck and face, and have better awareness of things I am doing that cause that. Dr. Stender is extremely adept at getting your teeth and jaw to work optimally, and Melissa is a talented and empathetic TruDenta therapist that is a real joy to work with. I would highly recommend this program to anyone dealing with TMJ, migraines, or jaw pain.

Arlie T Snider
7 years ago
I came here for a TMJ and the staff is very knowledgeable. I am returning to begin treatment..

Amy Green
7 years ago
My TMJ started 27 years ago. I have had ongoing episodes of pain lasting usually a week or so but in October I had been suffering from constant pain for over 3 weeks. The TMJ pain was presenting like a migraine- I was sensitive to light and noise, with constant shooting pains up the side of my head and neck. When I went to the doctor they told me to take 600mg ibuprofen 3 times a day. This did not help, it only made my stomach hurt too. I found Dr. Stenders webpage online explaining that their office treats TMJ pain and Migraines. After my first consultation with Dr. Stender and Melissa I began my treatments. Once a week for 12 weeks with Melissa. She is extremely professional and very skilled at what she does. After the first treatment my pain was significantly less, I no longer needed the ibuprofen. I was given a night mouth guard which helped me not clinch while I was sleeping and about half way through Dr. Stender made very slight adjustments to my bite. In turn it made me hold my mouth differently, which in my case made it more difficult to clinch my back teeth... a favorite hobby of mine, especially when awake. During the entire treatment plan I had no significant pain even though during the treatment time I had some very stressful situations. In November my Father passed away and normally this would have in itself caused me to have a "flair up", but this didn't happen. It was amazing.... I would recommend treatment with Dr. Stender and Melissa for anyone who has tried everything but still has horrible pain and even for those who do not want to wait 27 years before they have consistent relief with no pain medications.

Michael Brokaw
7 years ago
I have been suffering from TMJ for the past 30 years. Over the years I have received treatments from several dentists but never really got relief from the constant pain. I was searching for a TMJ specialist and found Dr. Stender on the on Internet. His office has great reviews so I decided to get a consultation. On my first visit Dr. Stender was very thorough and I was quite impressed with the top of the line testing equipment he used for my exam. Dr. Stender concluded that I would greatly benefit from the Trudenta program. I felt a significant improvement just after one treatment. I don't clench my teeth as much and the pain in my neck, shoulder, and back diminished. The only issue I have right now is the oral orthotic that doesn't quite fit but Dr. Stender and Melissa (therapist) are determined to find a solution so my bite would be corrected. I can't say good enough things about Melissa. Not only is she thorough but she is so good at what she does. I just finished my third treatment and I continue to improve. I actually look forward to my weekly treatment. The entire staff is friendly and accommodating

Michael Brokaw
8 years ago
I have been suffering from TMJ for the past 30 years. Over the years I have received treatments from several dentists but never really got relief from the constant pain. I was searching for a TMJ specialist and found Dr. Stender on the on Internet. His office has great reviews so I decided to get a consultation. On my first visit Dr. Stender was very thorough and I was quite impressed with the top of the line testing equipment he used for my exam. Dr. Stender concluded that I would greatly benefit from the Trudenta program. I felt a significant improvement just after one treatment. I don't clench my teeth as much and the pain in my neck, shoulder, and back diminished. The only issue I have right now is the oral orthotic that doesn't quite fit but Dr. Stender and Melissa (therapist) are determined to find a solution so my bite would be corrected. I can't say good enough things about Melissa. Not only is she thorough but she is so good at what she does. I just finished my third treatment and I continue to improve. I actually look forward to my weekly treatment. The entire staff is friendly and accommodating

Amy Green
8 years ago
My TMJ started 27 years ago. I have had ongoing episodes of pain lasting usually a week or so but in October I had been suffering from constant pain for over 3 weeks. The TMJ pain was presenting like a migraine- I was sensitive to light and noise, with constant shooting pains up the side of my head and neck. When I went to the doctor they told me to take 600mg ibuprofen 3 times a day. This did not help, it only made my stomach hurt too. I found Dr. Stenders webpage online explaining that their office treats TMJ pain and Migraines. After my first consultation with Dr. Stender and Melissa I began my treatments. Once a week for 12 weeks with Melissa. She is extremely professional and very skilled at what she does. After the first treatment my pain was significantly less, I no longer needed the ibuprofen. I was given a night mouth guard which helped me not clinch while I was sleeping and about half way through Dr. Stender made very slight adjustments to my bite. In turn it made me hold my mouth differently, which in my case made it more difficult to clinch my back teeth... a favorite hobby of mine, especially when awake. During the entire treatment plan I had no significant pain even though during the treatment time I had some very stressful situations. In November my Father passed away and normally this would have in itself caused me to have a "flair up", but this didn't happen. It was amazing.... I would recommend treatment with Dr. Stender and Melissa for anyone who has tried everything but still has horrible pain and even for those who do not want to wait 27 years before they have consistent relief with no pain medications.

Marisela V
9 years ago
Dr. Stender's knowledge of pain management is superior. He cares so much for helping people and it shows in his work. We are very grateful for the services Dr. Stender provides. An alternative approach to getting rid of head ache and migraine that works so well.