Seattle specialist using laser therapy for myofascial pain management

Photobiomodulators

Gentle Laser Therapy to Relieve Jaw Pain, Muscle Tension, and Nerve Sensitivity

Photobiomodulation (PBM), also known as low-level laser therapy (LLLT), is an advanced, non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to stimulate healing, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain in the soft tissues, muscles, and joints of the face and jaw. It is FDA-cleared for musculoskeletal conditions and increasingly recognized for its role in managing orofacial pain disorders.

How does LLLT or PBM work?

PBM delivers red and near-infrared light energy into the tissues. This light is absorbed by the mitochondria within cells, boosting cellular energy (ATP), reducing oxidative stress, and triggering natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Unlike surgical lasers, PBM does not cut or heat tissue—it simply stimulates biological processes that promote healing.

What conditions do We Treat with PBM Therapy

PBM also known as COLD LASER can be used as a standalone treatment or alongside other therapies. It is especially beneficial for:

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
Reduces joint inflammation, stiffness, and pain while improving jaw function.
Myofascial Pain & Muscle Spasms
Helps relax tight muscles, dissolve trigger points, and relieve referred pain.
Tension-Type Headaches & Migraines & Trigeminal Autonomic Cephalalgias
Alleviates muscular tension and improves circulation in the scalp, neck, and facial muscles.
Neuropathic Facial Pain
Can reduce nerve sensitivity and discomfort in conditions such as Burning Mouth Syndrome or Post-Traumatic Trigeminal Neuropathy.
Post-Surgical or Traumatic Pain
Accelerates tissue healing and reduces inflammation in post-operative or injury-related facial pain.