Jaw clicking, soreness, or tension can compromise your comfort and keep you from chewing with natural ease. This pain often stems from TMJ/TMD, a jaw disorder that can be resolved with a variety of minimally invasive, tailored treatments. Find relief with solutions from your dentist today.
TMJ/TMD treatment is the best way to restore your oral range of motion, eliminate your pain, and get you back to your day-to-day routine. The pain and discomfort of TMJ/TMD can be extreme, and it can stop you from eating your favorite foods, chewing normally, or even speaking without pain and discomfort. Jaw issues like TMJ/TMD won’t get better on their own, and may even get worse over time. If you’re having jaw pain, that’s not normal. Contact us for a consultation right away. We’ll get to the bottom of the problem, give you a diagnosis, and provide the care you need for a healthy, functional, pain-free jaw.
The prevalence of TMJ/TMD is between 5% and 12% in adults. That means it's the second most common type of musculoskeletal pain, behind only lower back pain.
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In mild cases, TMJ symptoms might improve on their own, especially if the stressor or behavior causing it is temporary. Lifestyle changes like reducing stress, switching to a soft food diet for several weeks, and quitting habits like gum chewing may help with your condition.
However, persistent or worsening symptoms should not be ignored. Without intervention, TMJ disorders can lead to further discomfort or damage to the joint. At Breeze Dental, we focus on relieving pain and preventing longer-term complications with solutions tailored to your needs. Don’t wait and wonder. Schedule an evaluation to explore effective treatment options with Dr. Hill.
Yes, stress is a common contributor to TMJ disorders. When you’re stressed, you may clench your jaw or grind your teeth without realizing it. This strains your jaw muscles and inflames the TMJ. This is especially harmful if you have bite or jaw alignment issues that are placing excessive stress on your TMJ.
The good news is that understanding this connection allows us to address both stress management and the impact on your jaw. Along with targeted TMJ treatments, Dr. Hill can offer guidance on techniques to reduce stress and preserve your jaw health.
TMJ disorders can result from several factors. Jaw overuse and stress are common contributing factors. For example, if you tend to grind your teeth, eat lots of tough and chewy foods, have a gum-chewing habit, or even have to speak a lot for work, you may put excessive strain on your jaw joints.
This can be worsened by structural issues like jaw or bite misalignments. Combined with stress and jaw overuse, this is a common recipe for TMJ disorders. Other common contributing factors include arthritis, direct trauma to the jaw or TMJ joint itself, and aging. Since TMJ disorders can be caused by so many interrelated issues, it’s often difficult for dentists to get to the bottom of what’s causing your issue.
But you can rest assured that at our office, Dr. Julia Hill will take the time to understand your condition’s root cause and explain how it relates to your symptoms. By identifying the underlying factors, we can recommend customized solutions that bring lasting relief and help you regain jaw function and comfort.
TMJ disorders often come with a variety of symptoms that can vary in severity. Many people experience jaw pain, tenderness around the jaw joint, or difficulty opening and closing their mouth.
Clicking or popping sounds while chewing, headaches, and even earaches can also be signs of TMJ issues. In severe cases, you may even notice that your jaw feels like it becomes “locked” in place temporarily, especially when you open your mouth wide.
If you notice these symptoms, it may be time to seek professional care. At Breeze Dental, we’ll carefully evaluate your symptoms and work with you to create a treatment plan that addresses your specific needs.
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