Unlocking the Mystery: Understanding TMJ Disorders
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge that connects your jawbone to your skull.
We don’t know for certain how many people have TMJ disorders, but some estimates suggest that over 10 million Americans are affected.
Source - nidcr.nih.gov
There Are Three Main Classes Of TMDs:
Disorders of the joints, including disc disorders.
Disorders of the muscles used for chewing (masticatory muscles).
Headaches associated with a TMD.
Signs and Symptoms of TMJ Disorders
Pain or soreness of your jaw
Constant pain in one or both of the temporomandibular joints
Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing
Aching facial pain
Factors That May Increase The Risk Of Developing TMJ Disorders
Various types of arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
Long-term (chronic) grinding or clenching of teeth
Particular connective tissue diseases
Patients with other chronic inflammatory arthritis
People with badly positioned teeth or jaw trauma
Treatment for TMJ Disorders
Eat soft foods.
Reduce habits such as jaw clenching, gum chewing, or nail biting.
Apply heat or cold to the face in combination with exercises to gently stretch and strengthen the jaw muscles.
Dr. Kanwar Kelley is located at Orinda California and if you need treatment for TMJ Disorders, don’t hesitate to make an appointment (925) 254-6710.
https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/sites/default/files/2017-12/tmj-diso
https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/health-info/tmd
https://sigma.health/services/tmj-disorders/
Source of Data –
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