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Do You Need A TMJ Dentist?

Are you suffering from jaw and mouth pain during basic jaw movements like chewing, speaking, and smiling? Schedule an appointment at Ala Din, DDS. We treat TMJ through prescribed dental appliances and will minimize the problem you have. http://aladindds.com

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Do You Need A TMJ Dentist?

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  1. Do You Need A TMJ Dentist?

  2. Without the temporomandibular joints in your jaw, you couldn’t speak, chew, open or close your mouth, or swallow. These joints, which are located near the front of each of your ears, connect the skull and lower jaw together. Unfortunately, people can develop temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ, for a variety of reasons. The most common ones include:

  3. Trauma to the area due to an injury • Arthritis in the jaw joints • Frequent clenching and grinding of teeth • Chronic stress • The disc between the joint and its socket slips out of place

  4. TMJ tends to affect more women than men. Young and middle-aged adults receive a TMJ diagnosis more often than teenagers or older adults. Common Symptoms of TMJ Even when you experience jaw pain for an extended time, it isn’t always easy to determine that you might have TMJ. Some of the indications that you should visit a TMJ dentist include:

  5. You notice swelling on the side of your face • You’re more fatigued than usual • Chewing becomes more difficult because your top and bottom teeth don’t fit together properly • You frequently hear clicking or popping sounds when you open your mouth

  6. You experience pain in your face, neck, jaw joints, or shoulders in addition to pain around your ears when you speak, chew, or open your mouth to yawn or sneeze Treatment for TMJ Dr. Ala Din always uses the most conservative approach first. This typically involves wearing a splint for several hours during the day or a night guard.

  7. These devices prevent your upper and lower teeth from touching so you don’t clench or grind your teeth. He will also examine your teeth and jaw to determine if another dental problem, such as the need for a crown or orthodontia, is causing the TMJ. If so, treating that issue may resolve your issue with jaw pain.

  8. Dr. Din may also recommend that you try several home remedies to lessen your pain. These may include avoiding hard foods, using over-the-counter pain medications, and periodically applying an ice pack. If you’re suffering from jaw pain, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with our TMJ dentist.

  9. He will work with you to find the best possible solutions so you can enjoy life to the fullest again. http://aladindds.com

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