What is TMJ/TMD?
Millions of Americans suffer from chronic facial and neck pain as well as recurring headaches. In some cases, this pain is due to Temporomandibular Disorder, or TMD. Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connect your lower jawbone to your skull. These joints get a lot of use throughout the day as you speak, chew, swallow, and yawn. Pain in and around these joints can be unpleasant and may even restrict movement.
Symptoms of TMJ include:
- Pain in the jaw area
- Pain, ringing, or stuffiness in the ears
- Frequent headaches or neck aches
- Clicking or popping sound when the jaw moves
- Swelling on the sides of the face
- Muscle spasms in the jaw area
- A change in the alignment of top and bottom teeth
- Locked jaw or limited opening of the mouth
Should you notice any of these symptoms, let your doctor know. It is very important to have a detailed exam to get a proper diagnosis so the appropriate treatment can be prescribed. The exam can include MRI scans, CBCT scans, T-Scan, Joint Vibration Analysis, and an examination of the muscles of the head and neck.
Treatments for TMJ
- Adjustment therapies (Disclusion Time Reduction, Managed Anterior Guidance)
- Laser therapy
- Splint therapy
- Botox
- Physical therapy modalities to combine therapies like TruDenta
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