If it hurts to chew or if you hear strange clicking when you open and close your mouth, you may have a temporomandibular disorder (TMD). It caused by dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) — the hinge that connects the jaw to the temporal bones of the skull, which are in front of each ear, allowing you to move your jaw up and down and side to side, so you can talk, chew, and yawn.
At the office of Capitol Smiles, our experienced team can uncover root causes for complex facial pain conditions and offer effective, therapeutic treatments that offer relief.
Issues with the TMJ can lead to a variety of difficulties, from interfering with the most basic functional uses of your mouth, to excess strain on surrounding musculature. One of the major difficulties with TMJ disorder is that it can be attributed to a wide spectrum of underlying causes such as arthritis, teeth grinding, injury, stress, or improper tooth or jaw alignment. Because the temporomandibular joint is one of the most frequently used joints in the body, it can be very painful when it gets inflamed, impacting many aspects of normal your activities.
Treatment for TMJ may involve the use of a customized night guard. When teeth grinding is determined to be the underlying cause, night guards offer a simple and effective method for alleviating symptoms and improving oral health. In addition to customizing night guards, our highly skilled team also provides a comprehensive range of dental services for patients experiencing dental pain or discomfort of many kinds.
Committed to pain-free living
From toothaches and cavities to dental injuries and treatments for gum disease, the office of Capitol Smiles employs the most advanced diagnostic and treatment modalities to determine the precise origins of your pain and provide the best possible treatment solutions. For more information or to schedule an appointment, give us a call today.
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