Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) causes pain and tenderness in your jaw joints and surrounding muscles and ligaments. These conditions can cause several issues, including jaw pain, headaches and difficulty opening and closing your mouth. Causes include teeth grinding, jaw injuries, arthritis and everyday wear and tear. TMJ treatment varies from person to person and may include medication, physical therapy, custom mouth guards and jaw surgery.
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders can be treated with a variety of methods, including:
Resting the TMJ can help with symptoms. You can try eating soft foods, cutting food into small pieces, and avoiding chewy or sticky foods. You can also try wearing a mouth guard while you sleep to prevent clenching or grinding.
Also called splints or appliances, mouth guards can help reduce the effects of clenching and grinding. You can buy these over the counter, but it's best to get a custom mouth guard from a dentist.
A physical therapist can teach you exercises to stretch and strengthen your jaw muscles.
Applying warm, moist heat or ice to the side of your face may help with pain. ] If health condition doesn’t improve you shall visit to Dr. Sinny’s Dental Clinic for appropriate medical advice. Its better to consult the doctor on first notice of the symptom. Prolonging the symptom may lead to other severe health issues. Never take any medication or pills to relieve the pain without any advice from the doctor. This may cause harm to your body. Complementary and alternative medicine techniques may help manage pain. These include acupuncture, relaxation techniques, and biofeedback.
In some cases, surgery may be necessary. For example, if the cartilage disc is out of place, a surgeon may use stitches or a small metal pin to hold it in place. If the disc is damaged, the surgeon may remove it.
You may visit Dr. Sinny’s Dental clinic for effective treatment of the TMJ disorder.