If you have aches and pain in the jaw and head, this could potentially mean the presence of TMJ disorder, also known as TMD. We want to offer relief from discomfort, and can do so with a comfortable and convenient solution. In today’s blog, your Riverside Dental Group team talks about providing relief from TMJ issues.
The Causes of TMJ Disorder
How does a common but serious issue like TMJ disorder develop? The trouble starts when your smile undergoes excess strain, which stresses your jaw joints. This could lead to TMD, and cause discomfort and even trouble opening and closing your mouth. The common factors behind an issue like TMD include tooth loss, injury to the face or jaw, misalignment, issues with the growth of the jaw or eruption of the teeth, wisdom tooth eruption, and even untreated teeth grinding (bruxism).
Warning Signs and Possible Complications
How do you know if you need to seek treatment for an issue like TMJ disorder? People with the disorder could experience an array of uncomfortable symptoms. For example, there could be headaches and migraines, pain in the face or jaw, or even aches in the neck and the shoulders. People could also experience a popping or clicking sensation in the jaw when they open and close their mouth. If they also grind their teeth, this pressure could cause toothaches and tooth sensitivity, and even wear down or damaged teeth. Without treatment, your discomfort could worsen and you could risk issues that lead to smile instability.
TMJ Treatment
Fortunately, our team can help! We could restore balance with bonding or a crown, we could also correct misalignment with braces or even clear Invisalign® aligners. Our team could also address missing teeth with dental implants, from individual ones to several to support a bridge or even a complete set of new teeth.
But for most, we can offer relief with a simple and custom-made oral appliance, which is worn at night like a mouthguard. Once in place, this helps move the jaw to ease stress and strain, so you avoid symptoms and complications. If you grind your teeth, this also acts as a barrier that prevents further damage to your teeth. If you have any questions about TMD treatment, then reach out to our team today!
Riverside Dental Group Offers Preventive Dental Care
We want to help you enjoy good oral health and avoid strain and discomfort in the bite. To learn more about our general treatment options, 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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