Temporomandibular joint disorder, often referred to as TMD or TMJ is a disorder of the joints of the jaw, jaw and muscles and connecting tissue. The syndrome affects the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), the joint on both sides of the head, the lower jaw joins the skull, which is crucial for everyday activities such as chewing, talking, yawning, and more.
Symptoms of TMJ
The temporomandibular joint is very complex. In addition to the jaw muscles of the face and neck, but alsoinvolves the bone and cartilage of joints, and numerous blood vessels, nerves and tendons. As a result, those affected may have very different symptoms of TMD, some of which may be confused with ear pain, neck pain, stress or other body types.
People with TMD can experience:
Headaches or migraines
Stiffness of the jaw or crack
A clicking or grinding in the jaw when the jaw is moved
Limited mobility in the joint, whichDifficulty in opening or closing the mouth
Difficulty in chewing or biting
Wear or damage to teeth
Pain in facial muscles, shoulders and neck
Ear pain, tinnitus, hearing loss or
Pain or soreness in and around the same jaw
If problems continue without proper TMJ treatment, these symptoms may progress to chronic headaches and facial pain is one.
Causes of TMD
There are several triggers for temporomandibular joint disorder, including:
Misalignmentbite
Orthodontic appliances such as braces
Stress and emotional tension
Nail biting or chewing gum
Chewing objects such as pens or pencils
Fractures, dislocations and other injuries
Tightening of the jaw and grinding teeth
Systemic diseases, gout, lupus and fibromyalgia
Sleep disorders like sleep apnea
Extensive dental work can cause stress on joints
Arthritis
Although each of these problems can cause TMJ problems, there is always adirect correlation. Some people can have a bite or misalignment of their heavy loads over the years without the development of TMJ syndrome, while others suffer without cause this dramatic relationship.
Diagnosis
Depending on the cause of the problem, there are a number of treatment options available TMJ, ranging from changes in lifestyle that can prevent the disease on some dental treatments. In very extreme cases, surgery may be necessary.
Relax andCan ignore the first and most common treatment of TMJ is relaxation and exercise, people with stress more effectively to help: the movement. This often reduces the incidence and effects of shaking and gnashing of teeth, which contributes a majority of TMJ cases. Eating soft foods, with anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, and treatment with warm compresses or heating pad can also be a useful temporary solution.
And corrective dentalBite alignment: If symptoms persist, it is a special splint or orthosis leveling bite, often the best initial therapy to improve jaw function and reduces symptoms. Adapting to the alignment of teeth or bite is sometimes necessary to correct the problem that initially helped to correct the TMJ disorder. Repairs to the teeth may also be required to wear or if you have corrected the chewing surfaces. Examples include the use of dental crowns or veneers on the rightLeveling of the bite and back teeth worn down.
Surgery: In rare cases, surgery may be required to prevent deterioration of the jaw bones (if the cause of arthritis) or not fully comply with trauma after an accident that could have misaligned jaw or facial muscles to repair the injured. Less than five percent of patients need surgery to correct her temporomandibular joint disorder.
To find the best approach for the treatment of ATM, is a good idea to have a serious dental ATM, which has training and experience to seeTreatment of temporomandibular disorders venture. A highly qualified dentist can help identify the root of the problem and choose a treatment plan that promotes your lifestyle, budget and desired results. Make sure the dentist takes the time to listen to you on your lifestyle and symptoms. Working with your dentist to diagnose and implement a plan for an ideal treatment outcome.
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