TMJ Problems you can Prevent and Treat!

4/6/2017

Many TMJ (Temporo-Mandibular Disorders) can be exacerbated by stress related clenching and grinding of your teeth. Your teeth should not touch together at all during the day except when you are chewing and momentarily when you swallow. Just being aware of this and attempting to keep your teeth apart during the day can help prevent or improve these problems. NSAI medications (advil, alleve) can also provide temporary relief of pain and inflammation. Applying moist heat to the face and neck for 20 minutes alternated with 20 minutes of moist cold once a day can also be helpful. If symptoms are severe or persist you should see a dentist that has training in diagnosing and treating these disorders. If you have any questions about this just leave a comment below and I will respond or call our office 251-639-1853.

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12/3/2021 12:58:32 am

Thanks for sharing such great information! The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects the lower jaw to the skull and is a complicated joint. It's located in the rear of the mouth, on either side of the Eustachian tube's aperture. The TMJ is in charge of opening and closing your jaw, as well as helping your teeth eat.

Depending on which structures are impacted by inflammation or damage, where they are located within the TMJ, and how long it has been since the accident, the symptoms of injury or disease might be minimal or severe.

Dr. Kim E. Stiegler
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