Hunt for Wellness is proud to offer comprehensive care for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ) and Temporomandibular disorders (TMD). These conditions, which involve the jaw and its surrounding muscles, can cause a wide range of symptoms including pain in the face or jaw, difficulty chewing, headaches and neck pain. Our team of dedicated chiropractors are committed to providing relief from these uncomfortable symptoms with personalized treatment plans tailored to your individual needs.
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, also known as Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD), are a group of conditions that affect the temporomandibular joint and surrounding muscles. This joint is located in front of your ear and connects the lower jaw to the skull. TMD can cause a wide range of symptoms including facial pain, headaches, clicking or popping sounds when opening or closing the mouth, difficulty chewing and even earaches.
Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are conditions that affect the jaw, jaw joint, and surrounding muscles. TMD and TMJ disorders can cause a range of symptoms, including pain in the jaw, face, neck, and shoulders, difficulty chewing or biting, and a clicking or popping sound when moving the jaw. These disorders can be caused by a variety of factors, including teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism), jaw injury, and stress. Treatment may vary depending on the underlying cause of the disorder and the severity of the symptoms.
Common Symptoms of TMD/TMJ
Here is a list of common symptoms of temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders:
It’s important to note that these symptoms may be caused by a variety of factors, and it’s always a good idea to consult with our chiropractor in about your symptoms.
Chiropractic care is a form of alternative medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of neuromuscular disorders, including temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Chiropractors use a variety of techniques, including spinal manipulation and adjustments, to help alleviate pain and improve function in the body.
One of the main ways that chiropractic care can help treat TMD and TMJ disorders is by addressing any misalignments or imbalances in the jaw, neck, and spine. These imbalances can put added strain on the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, leading to pain and discomfort. By correcting these imbalances, chiropractors can help relieve pressure on the jaw and reduce TMD and TMJ symptoms.
Another way that chiropractic care can help treat TMD and TMJ disorders is by reducing muscle tension and improving range of motion in the jaw. Chiropractors may use techniques such as massage, stretches, and exercises to relax and stretch the muscles around the jaw, helping to alleviate pain and improve function.
It’s important to note that TMD and TMJ disorders can be complex conditions, and treatment may vary depending on the underlying cause of the disorder and the severity of the symptoms.
Stretches & Exercises to Help with TMD/TMJ
Here are some stretches and exercises that may help alleviate pain and improve function in individuals with temporomandibular disorders (TMD) and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders:
Jaw stretches: Gently open your mouth as wide as you can and hold for a few seconds. Repeat several times. You can also try placing a finger on your chin and gently pushing down while resisting with your jaw muscles.
Neck stretches: Tilt your head to one side, bringing your ear towards your shoulder. Hold for a few seconds, then slowly return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side. You can also try tilting your head back and looking towards the ceiling, or tilting your head to one side and looking towards your armpit.
Lip stretch: Puckering your lips as if you’re kissing the air can help stretch the muscles in your jaw and lips. Hold for a few seconds, then relax. Repeat several times.
Tongue stretch: Stick out your tongue as far as you can and hold for a few seconds. Repeat several times.
Jaw relaxation: Place a finger on your cheekbone near your ear and gently massage in a circular motion. You can also try placing a warm washcloth over your cheekbones and temples and massaging in a circular motion.
Jaw strengthening: Place a small object between your teeth and gently bite down, holding for a few seconds. You can also try gently biting down on a washcloth or piece of gauze to help strengthen the muscles in your jaw.
Chiropractor for Jaw Pain in Charlotte
If you’re experiencing jaw pain, chiropractic care may be able to help. It’s very likely you could be experiencing TMD/TMJ. Our team here at Hunt for Wellness would love to evaluate you and see if we can help. You don’t have to live in pain!
Dr.Hunt is always very professional and effective with my visits. I have been a patient for many years with lower back issues from a BAD golf swing. Dr. Hunt always gets me back on track.
Great people from the front desk person, nurses, to the doctor himself. Made me feel at peace and calm about the whole thing.
The doctor listens to all I had to say. Then adjusted my body with out hurting me. FIVE STARS
I am a long term patient of this office. Dr Hunt Junior and his lovely wife have continued the great care I have received beginning way back with his Dad in 1979!
Dr Tunis and Estela Hunt have taken care of my family and I for years. They have helped us recover from injuries as well as kept us aligned for our overall health. They are knowledgeable, patient, and kind in everything they do. The staff there are no different. They are trusted partners in keep me and my family healthy. I simply cannot thank them enough.
I was not a believer until I meet Dr Tunis. I have greatly improved in the past 10 months. If you’re not sure a chiropractor is for you, please go see Dr Tunis. You won’t know if you don’t try.
Awesome chiropractic clinic! Been going there for almost 8 years monthly maintenance doctors are wonderful treatments are wonderful and I feel so much better. I highly recommend the hunt for wellness clinic
I’ve suffered some serious back injuries in my long life, and Tunis has saved me from a lot of pain and allowed me to continue to hike and garden and live an active life well into my 70’s.
I have always received excellent care from Hunt for Wellness over the past years. The doctors are knowledgeable, thorough and have always gotten me back on my feet and pain free. I’ve always been able to get an appointment quickly. The staff is friendly, empathetic and professional. If you prefer a more personal experience I highly recommend this team!
Always a pleasure to go there . Clean and staff is very nice and friendly. Dr. Tunis is great at what he does ,been coming here for about 5 years . The adjustments always make us feel better . Thank you
I have been a patient of Dr. Hunt’s for many years. The team at Hunt For Wellness is outstanding. The chiropractic care is top notch! Everyone is friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. Always a great experience!
Dr Hunt knows what he is doing! I have a very physical job so I rely on him to keep my body moving correctly. He listens well and always has given me good results. His staff is super friendly as well.
From the incredible Quick service, to the hospitable atmosphere, this place is your go to for any chiropractic needs. This husband and wife duo is top tier and I would recommend anyone to them. They truly helped me out when I needed it.
I am pleased to go to my appointments every one is great he really have a great team. I have seen both Dr's and they are awesome. I am glad go I feel better each time. I highly recommend them.
Feeling great after being in pretty significant pain for nearly a week. 3 visits got me totally back to square one, but I will follow a more long-term plan to get my back into better alignment so this doesn't happen again (like it occasionally has for the past several years - the joys of getting older...). The staff is very friendly, and Dr. Hunt did a great job of explaining what was going on with my body, and how his treatment will fix things now and for the future.
Have been coming to see Dr. Tunis for years. He and his wife are both very caring, professional and knowledgeable chiropractors who will work according to your comfort level. They offer other services and ideas that have helped improve my health and posture as well.
Dr Hunt is incredible. I had a reoccurrence of the pinched nerve in my back. Within minutes I was feeling a whole lot better. If I could I would give them more than 5 stars.
Veronica Ahmeenah “Woman Of God” Zion-Bonner09/01/2025 05:47:23
One word I'd like to use before I begin this review is Stellar. When it comes to chiropractic care I would like to consider myself a bit of an expert. Not only have I been a patient I've also have been on the other side lol. So I'm sure you asking what do I mean by that I'm going to tell you 😁. Growing up I can remember hearing about chiropractor care here there and the terminology that would be used was I'm not going to a chiropractor I'm not letting him "crack" my back. now that terminology is like nails on a chalkboard to me. I quickly correct people saying no that's called an adjustment. I have worked for two chiropractors in Texas and I also worked at Parker Chiropractic College in Texas. That being said Dr Tunis is one of the most thorough chiropractors I've ever come in contact with and trust me I've been in contact with a lot of them working at the college. His background in chiropractic care and other studies that support it, is extensive. He has chiropractic care in his bloodline. His dad used to work out of that very office. That being said. My neck completely seized on me one night. I used to pass his office and always want to go there because it looked like a little house. I went to the website filled out the form let them know what was going on to me they got me and I believe the next day. From the moment he began to adjust me I knew that he knew what he was doing. I was literally crying real tears he didn't panic. He immediately started working to give me some relief. He talked me through what he was doing He made me comfortable and gave me one of the best adjustments I've ever had. And yes he did x-rays and everything accordingly. His staff is absolutely amazing. His wife is absolutely amazing. So now I'm asking what are you waiting for Go get your adjustment tell him I sent you and take part in some of that amazement.<br>#JesusChristisLord
I am very comfortable going to Hunt for Welness. Have been going regularly since early 2019. Office staff is stellar and Dr. Tunis and Dr. Estella are helping me maintain good physical health with monthly maintenance visits. Would definitely recommend them.
I had a fantastic experience at Dr. Hunt’s office. The entire team was absolutely amazing. Dr. Hunt took her time with me, thoroughly explained everything when reviewing my X-rays, and made sure I understood the treatment plan she had in place for me moving forward. I felt heard, cared for, and confident in her expertise. Highly recommend
My 10 yr old son was a little nervous going in, since he’s never been to a chiropractor before, but Dr. Estela Hunt was funny and made the process easy to understand. He liked her immensely and he has said, “she made me feel better.”
The entire staff was extremely helpful and they were able to quickly get me back on track! I would highly recommend this practice if you’re experiencing any neck or back pain!
The Experience was very Personable, Informative, Reassuring and Professional. I was reassured that my continuing to do treatments will result in progression in my issues. I look forward to seeing the Doctor again and am optimistic as well as excited about my recovery.
I recently moved to a different location in the Charlotte area and Dr Tunis Hunt - Hunt for Wellness - was recommended by a family member. My new patient experience was great. The staff is very polite and friendly. I got X-rays first then the Dr went over them with me and discussed my treatment. Next I was placed on the back roller table for a couple minutes before the I was led into the room where the Dr adjusted me. At checkout I received a lil welcome bag which included info and a soft sided ice pack. It was great experience!
Estella is a life savior! I had an SOS when I coughed out a rib at 35 weeks pregnant. She made time to see me same day and got me aligned and stretched. I was sore right after the adjustment mostly from the sprain on my ribs but it’s been 24 hours and I am 60% better and less sore. Absolutely do not know what I would’ve done without her. If you’re pregnant, she is absolutely the best contact to have to keep you feeling good throughout your pregnancy. They even made me a pregnancy safe arnica and essential oil roll on pain relief oil to apply to the area that’s really helping. Lovely office and the staff were so amazing. Thank you, thank you!
I greatly appreciate the high level of professionalism! Everyone was very friendly. More importantly, I felt like they cared about my health & well being. They even saw me the same day I called...what!!! I would highly recommend them to all of my family & friends.
Hunt for Wellness has helped me so much with back problems and migraines. They are accommodating with appointments and your schedule, they take insurance, and are so kind & friendly! I highly recommend them!! ❤️❤️❤️
I had an amazing first visit with Hunt For Wellness. Over the years, I’ve seen several chiropractors, and this was by far one of the best experiences. Scheduling was easy, the staff was friendly and helpful, and the office was clean and well-organized. Best of all, I didn’t have to wait—they were ready for me right at my scheduled time.<br><br>Dr. Hunt took the time to review my X-rays thoroughly and explain the issues he found before performing my first adjustment. I walked into the office with pain radiating from my neck into both shoulders and arms. After Dr. Hunt adjusted the areas highlighted in my X-rays, the nagging pain was significantly relieved.<br><br>I’m excited to follow Dr. Hunt’s plan for achieving long-term wellness rather than just temporary relief. Correcting my issues will require time and consistent visits—it’s not a one-and-done process.<br><br>If you’ve never tried a chiropractor or aren’t satisfied with your current provider, I highly recommend this office. Be cautious of chiropractors who don’t take X-rays or emphasize long-term health goals. Spinal issues can’t be fixed in just one or two visits.<br><br>After just my first appointment, I’m already feeling much better and eager to return for more adjustments.<br><br>Thank you Hunt For Wellness.
