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Management of Jaw Pain And TMJ Disorders
Do you have frequent jaw or facial pain? You may have TMJ.
Dazzling Smile Dental Clinic provides TMJ treatment in Kuala Lumpur. The temporomandibular joints are what attach the jawbone to the skull. TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, can cause pain in the jaw joint as well as the muscles that control it. Teeth clenching and grinding (bruxism), jaw muscle trauma, crooked teeth, and a misaligned bite are all common causes of temporomandibular joint disorder.
Patients with these conditions are more likely to develop TMJ disorders because they place pressure on the jaw. The pain from this pressure may make the patients’ conditions worse. TMJ treatment options at Dazzling Smile Dental Clinic are restorative and can help relieve jaw pain.
TMJ Disorders and Their Symptoms
TMJ disorders can be classified into one of three categories:
- Myofascial pain- Pain in the jaw joint caused by various causes of increased muscle tension and spasms.
- Internal derangement- Involves jaw dislocation, disc displacement, or injury to the condyles of the jaw
- Arthritis is a type of degenerative joint disease.
TMJ Disorder Symptom
TMJ disorders can cause pain, tenderness, or aches in the jaw, face, ears, or temporomandibular joint. You may also experience pain or difficulty chewing. TMJ disorders can cause lockjaw in severe cases. When the jaw locks, it becomes difficult to open or close the mouth. Most lockjaw caused by TMJ disorders is temporary and does not affect breathing or swallowing.
TMJ Disorders Can Be Treated
TMJ disorders can cause pain and achiness, as well as interfere with your quality of life. These conditions can also make chewing and speaking difficult. Fortunately, Dazzling Smile Dental Clinic offers TMJ disorder treatments to control or treat these conditions. Contact our office today to schedule a consultation with our dental team.