TMJ Treatment West Palm Beach
Relieve Jaw Pain & Restore Function
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is a general term used to describe the jaw pain that is felt by the muscles that move the jaws and the joint. Located where the lower jaw inserts into the base of the skull (TMJ), the signs and symptoms of TMD can vary greatly from patient to patient and can be rather complex, but we can help with effective TMJ treatment in West Palm Beach. Call us today to let us help you out of pain.
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What Is TMJ Disorder?
TMJ disorder occurs when the joints located on either side of the jaw become inflamed or damaged. The TMJ (temporomandibular joint) connects to the base of the skull and allows for fluid movement when opening and closing your mouth. However, when a problem develops that is due to bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching), stress, facial injury, or a misaligned bite, pain and reduced oral movement can occur.
Symptoms of TMJ Disorder
- Pain and tenderness when using these muscles or joints. The pain can be greatly intensified by aggravating these areas through chewing, grinding (bruxism), and clenching the teeth.
- Most of the time, the pain only affects one side. It can, however, affect both sides on occasion.
- You may find that your range of lower jaw movement is limited. This can make it more difficult to eat and even talk. Lock-jaw and stiffness of the jaw muscles and joints can occur, especially when you wake up in the morning. You may even notice that your lower jaw deviates to one side.
- You may hear clicking and popping sounds from the joints affected.
- Consistent and chronic headaches.
- Pain that radiates to the teeth, neck, or shoulders.
- Pain that feels like it is coming from the ear canal or ringing of the ears (tinnitus).
- Feeling that somehow your bite is “off.”
Types of TMJ Treatment
If you are experiencing any of the symptoms we listed above, you are likely suffering from TMD. With our help, we can find the root cause of your pain and get to work relieving it using simple and non-invasive treatments.
Equilibration / Occlusal Adjustments
When examining your mouth and jaw, our team may determine that the cause of your TMD is bite misalignment. To remedy the problem, we can administer equilibration/occlusal adjustment. This process involves altering various teeth so that the jaw and bite are better aligned. Not only does this create a more fluid motion but also reduces tension and stress on your jaw joints.
Occlusal Splints
Should bruxism or stress be the reason for your chronic jaw pain, we can suggest a customized occlusal splint. This device is worn most frequently at night on the top or lower arch of teeth. Similar to a mouthguard, the device keeps teeth from touching but also delivers relief to the jaw joints, allowing it to function smoothly.
TMJ Home Remedies
There are various TMJ home remedies that you can also practice that can help alleviate discomfort. They can be combined with other forms of treatment provided in-house. Dr. Asinmaz can discuss these different methods with you during your appointment, ensuring that you are better prepared to care for your mouth and jaw at home. To learn more, make sure to click the link below.
TMJ HOME REMEDIES