Detailed Introduction
Fletcher Dental and TMJ Clinic, accessible via their website tmjfletcher.com, operates from 86 W Muskegon Dr, Spring Lake, IN 46140, within Hancock County. The clinic is led by Dr. James L. Fletcher, who graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1986, and Dr. Matthew J. Fletcher, a 2003 graduate of the same institution. Both doctors are affiliated with various professional organizations, including the International Association for Orthodontics and the American Association for Functional Orthodontics. Dr. James L. Fletcher has also held the position of President for the International Association for Orthodontics in 2017 and is associated with the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, International Congress of Oral Implantologists, American Dental Association, Indiana Dental Association, and the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine.
The clinic emphasizes a commitment to excellence, service, and compassion, striving to create a caring and comfortable environment for both patients and staff. Their core services revolve around addressing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, often referred to as TMD. These disorders involve pain and dysfunction in the jaw joints and the muscles that control jaw movement. The clinic provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning for TMD, which can manifest as jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, difficulty chewing, and even ear pain or ringing.
Beyond TMJ treatment, Fletcher Dental and TMJ Clinic offers a range of general and specialized dental services. A significant aspect of their practice is orthodontics, with treatments like traditional braces (metal and white brackets), lingual braces (iBraces, placed on the back of teeth for aesthetic concerns), and Invisalign® clear aligners. They also utilize advanced techniques such as Wilckodontics (accelerated orthodontic treatment) and Face Enhanced Orthodontics. The clinic also addresses dental sleep apnea and incorporates laser dentistry and cosmetic procedures like teeth whitening. They focus on improving overall oral health, preventing tooth decay and gum disease, and enhancing patients' smiles and self-esteem.
