When you develop an issue like TMJ disorder, also known as TMD, this could lead to pain in your bite. Your strain could even cause the onset of related issues like bruxism (chronic teeth grinding). But we can help! In today’s blog, your Riverside Dental Group talks about easing jaw pain with TMJ treatment.
The Causes and Impacts of TMJ Disorder
What causes a serious issue like TMJ disorder to develop? When the jaw joint is strained, this could lead to discomfort and eventually, issues opening and closing your mouth. The causes could include changes to the balance of your tie, such as missing teeth, misalignment, or issues with the growth of the jaw or even the eruption of your teeth. Wisdom tooth eruption could be a factor, as could bruxism (teeth grinding) and a high stress level. This could impact your daily life and lead to major discomfort. Don’t ignore the potential warning signs!
Warning Signs
People with TMJ disorder often report persistent pain or aches in the jaw, face, and neck and shoulders. Headaches and migraines are common, as is a popping or clicking sensation in the jaw. People with the disorder may also have tooth sensitivity when they eat or drink, or a regular toothache, as the related bruxism could damage and wear down outer enamel. Over time, this pain only increases. But we can help with a comfortable and noninvasive solution!
Custom Oral Appliances
Our team will examine your smile to assess the cause and severity of your TMD, and then we will choose the right solution. For some, this could be orthodontics to straighten teeth, prosthetics to replace missing teeth, or even crown or bonding procedures to improve overall balance. But for most, we will custom-fit an oral appliance that is worn at night.
Fitting like a mouthguard, this helps shift the jaw to ease underlying stress and strain, so you avoid discomfort during the day. The appliance is easy to use and clean, and if you travel it can accompany you conveniently. If you have any questions about how we diagnose and treat issues like TMJ disorder, then reach out to our team today to learn more.
Riverside Dental Group Provides TMD Appliances
Treating TMD can help ease pain in your bite and prevent issues like bruxism. To learn more about our custom oral appliances, then please call:
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001.
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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