TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)

Understanding TMJ Treatment

TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) treatment involves addressing discomfort or dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint. Symptoms of TMJ disorders not only cause daily discomfort but, if left untreated, can also lead to structural changes in the jaw.

Common symptoms of TMJ disorders include clicking or popping sounds and pain when opening the mouth, as well as limited jaw movement. TMJ arise from a combination of various factors.

  • Root canal treatment may be necessary if:

    • Eating Habit: Eating hard and tough foods frequently can strain the temporomandibular joint, potentially leading to disorders.

    • Facial Trauma: These habits such as nail biting or teeth grinding, as well as facial trauma resulting from injury, can lead to TMJ disorders.

    • Misalignment / Psychological factors: Poor dental alignment causing stress and other psychological factors can lead to temporomandibular joint disorders.

  • Individuals who experience noise when opening and closing their jaw. When there is noise coming from the jaw area when opening the mouth and during meals.

    Individuals experiencing jaw joint pain. Difficulty opening the mouth and pain in the jaw joint and ear.

    Individuals who frequently experience jaw dislocation when there is pain upon opening the mouth or frequent jaw

    Individuals experiencing headaches, muscle pain, and related symptoms when experiencing headaches, dizziness, fatigue, and muscle pain in the neck and shoulders.

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