What is a TMJ Disorder

Dr. Arora is an Airway Dentist with extensive experience in diagnosing & treating Jaw pain & TMJ issues that negatively impact your quality of life

What Causes Jaw Pain?

• There are many factors that can contribute to jaw pain, but the most common is a long history of Teeth Grinding / Bruxism

• This can happen BOTH during sleep & during the day

• Teeth Grinding or Bruxism, causes jaw pain because it places pressure on the mouth muscles for a long period of time

• We can also experience jaw pain from an uneven bite, such as an overbite or underbite
  

Do I Have A TMJ Disorder ?

• A TMD has a variety of symptoms, including:

• Popping or clicking while opening or closing your mouth

• Inability to open the mouth fully

• Deviation or Deflection upon opening the mouth

• Jaw pain

• Neck pain

• Tension Headaches

How Is TMD Treated ?

• The right treatment depends on the underlying reason for jaw pain

• In case of Disc displacement , Orthotics may be needed

• In case of Misaligned bite , Orthodontics / Oral surgery may be needed

• In case of a Missing tooth , Implant may be needed

• In case of Tooth Grinding , Night Guard may be needed

• Airway centered dentistry enables our team to treat often complex concerns

Some home care remedies to try:

• Ibuprofen is an over-the-counter pain reliever that can help

• Holding a cold compress to the cheek will help reduce inflammation and swelling around the joint

• Avoid eating chewy foods like Beef jerky

• Avoid opening BIG Mouths

• Relax and try to gently massage the areas

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