Dr. Hoss Abar
Smiling, laughing, chatting, and eating are all facial motions you regularly produce using your jaw. However, those basic motions can be very painful if you have temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ). TMJ dysfunction affects around 12% of the population in the United States. Furthermore, women are more likely to get TMJ dysfunction than males. However, many non-surgical treatment options for TMJ disorder do not involve surgery and can be very effective in treating TMJ disorder.
Impairment to the jaw joints or surrounding tissues might result in TMJ dysfunction. Other causes include:
TMJ dysfunction is more frequent in those aged 20 to 40, affecting women more than males. The following are the TMJ symptoms:
Your dentist will diagnose the TMJ issue during a dental visit. Your medical professional will:
Surgeons use radiographs (X-rays) to examine the jaw joints and identify the extent of the damage. These could include:
For more care and treatment, you should consult a specialist. TMJ dysfunction is treated by an oral maxillofacial surgeon who addresses skeletal disorders.
If you have TMJ dysfunction, your healthcare physician will most likely recommend conservative therapy options first.
Sometimes outside factors, such as how your teeth fit together, cause TMJ problems. However, in some situations, you might be able to decrease your risk of TMJ dysfunction by doing the following:
Schedule an appointment with your healthcare practitioner immediately if you are experiencing common TMD symptoms such as jaw pain, trouble opening your mouth, or clicking and popping the jaw. If you grind or clench your teeth, you should make an appointment because this can lead to TMJ disorder.
TMJ dysfunction, if left untreated, can severely impair daily functions such as biting, eating, and speaking. Jaw pain may appear insignificant, especially if it comes and goes. If you suspect you have TMJ problems, contact your doctor and make an appointment. Early treatment can help you control the illness and enhance your overall quality of life.
Contact your Pinole dentist, Dr. Hoss Abar, DDS, MSD at Abar Orthodontics, to know more about TMJ Non-surgical treatment options.
Treatment options for TMJ Disorders
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