Have you been suffering from what you think may be jaw pain? At Excellent Dental Specialists, our team of doctors know all there is to know about your TMJ, from what could be causing you pain to how to treat it so that the pain goes away.
This pain could be coming from how you use the joint, or even from how you sleep. However, these symptoms often do not last long. If you get to where you are diagnosed with a TMJ disorder, the symptoms are regular and can even affect your quality of life.
Bruxism can cause this type of pain as well. Grinding and clenching your teeth can put a lot of pressure not only on the teeth but also the jaw joint and muscles themselves. If you notice that you regularly clench your teeth or that you wake up with sore teeth and jaw muscles, this could be the cause and should be talked about when you come in to see us.
There are many treatments that can help pain with your TMJ. The most common include:
Contact us, we will set up a time for you to be examined and help you find relief. You don’t have to live in pain, but it takes special know-how to treat problems of the TMJ.
