If you feel physical discomfort when you chew and/or if you hear strange clicking noises when you open and close your mouth, you may have a temporomandibular disorder (TMD). The pain and noises are symptoms of a dislocation of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is the hinge that connects your jaw to your skull’s temporal bones. A hinge is in front of each of your ears. It allows you to move your jaw from side to side and up and down, actions that are necessary for talking, chewing and yawning.
At the offices of Capitol Smiles, our skilled and experienced team can uncover the reasons behind intricate facial pain conditions, and offer effective, therapeutic treatments that offer relief.
Issues with the temporomandibular joint can cause a variety of difficulties, from interfering with the most basic functions of your mouth, to excess strain on the surrounding muscles. One of the major difficulties with TMJ disorder is that it can be attributed to a wide spectrum of underlying and damaging causes such as arthritis, teeth grinding, injury, stress, or improper tooth or jaw alignment.
The TMJ is one of your body’s most utilized joints, which is why your normal daily function can be impaired when it gets inflamed. A night guard that is designed specifically for your mouth is the best treatment for TMJ. When teeth grinding has been diagnosed as the underlying cause, night guards are simple and effective treatments for assuaging symptoms and ameliorating oral health. Besides customized night guards for TMJ, our consummate team offers a full range of dental services for patients who are suffering from pain or discomfort from a variety of other causes.
From toothaches and cavities to dental injuries and gum disease treatments, the office of Capitol Smiles uses the most advanced diagnostic and treatment methods to determine the exact origins of your pain and provide the best possible treatment solutions. For more information about how we can alleviate your TMJ issue or any other problem, please don’t hesitate to contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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