If you suffer from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, it has probably already impacted your quality of life. Many people who have TMJ problems report uncomfortable and sometimes painful symptoms such as earaches, dizziness, and ringing in their ears. These symptoms likely have a negative impact on overall well-being.
There is no reason to suffer. TMJ disorder treatment is available from your Farmington, NM, dentist, Dr. Jared Lusk. Call today to find out more!
What Is the TMJ?
The TMJ connects the lower jaw to the skull and is what enables us to open and close our mouth. Inflammation of the joint causes pain and limits mobility. Everyday tasks such as yawning, speaking, and chewing become more difficult.
What Are TMJ Disorders?
Temporomandibular disorders impact the joints, tissues, and muscles of the jaw and face. The most severe cases can be incredibly painful.
What Causes TMJ Disorders?
People who have malocclusion, or a bad bite, are prone to TMJ disorders because teeth don’t meet evenly when they bite down. Teeth grinders are also more likely to develop TMJ disorders.
Other possible causes include injuries to the jaw or a surgery or dental procedure that requires the mouth to stay open for a prolonged amount of time.
What Treatment Is Recommended for TMJ Disorders?
After an examination, your dentist might recommend having your bite adjusted. Sometimes even a small adjustment to your bite can made a big difference. A bite adjustment can eliminate any unnatural stress when you bite down.
If you grind your teeth, your dentist might recommend that you wear a mouth guard at night. This may not only alleviate your TMJ symptoms, but will also prevent any further wear on your teeth.
Call Us about TMJ Disorders
You do not have to go through life with painful TMJ disorder symptoms. For TMJ disorder treatment in the Farmington, NM, area, call Dr. Lusk!