Do you experience chronic migraine headaches, popping and clicking in your jaw, or pain in your jaw, Ears, neck, or face?
These may be symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder – and our team can help.
Pain from TMJ disorder can leave you feeling like you have been punched in the jaw. At Sleep Easy Dentistry, we offer non-surgical treatment for TMJ pain to help you regain the normal function and feeling in your jaw.
What is temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder?
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Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jaw to your skull and is one of the most complex joints in your body.
Just think about all the everyday things your TMJ makes possible: talking, eating, swallowing, yawning, and much more. It’s easy to take the proper function of the TMJ for granted, but severe issues can arise due to misalignment of the jaw. TMJ disorder can cause chronic pain, impact your ability to breathe while asleep, and lead to other serious consequences. |
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An EXpert TMJ Dentist in San antonio, Texas
With his years of expertise in treating patients with TMJ disorder combined with state-of-the-art technology at Sleep Easy Dentistry, Dr. Osborne and our team of medical nurses can help you find out the reasons for your TMJ pain. Then, we'll work together to create an individualized treatment plan to fix your bite and ease your pain. We always welcome patients with complex medical histories who have exhausted other treatment options!
What Causes TMJ Disorder?
Problems with your temporomandibular joint can disrupt your daily activities and make it difficult to move your jaw properly. A normally functioning TMJ enables you to move your jaw up, down, around, and from side to side without any pops, clicks, or pain.
Diagnosing TMJ disorder can be difficult, as there is no one single cause for the issue. At Sleep Easy, we combine advanced technology with thorough evaluation from our dental and medical professionals to help you get some answers.
Diagnosing TMJ disorder can be difficult, as there is no one single cause for the issue. At Sleep Easy, we combine advanced technology with thorough evaluation from our dental and medical professionals to help you get some answers.
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Common causes of TMJ disorder include:
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Non-Surgical Treatment for TMJ Disorder
Sometimes, TMJ issues go away on their own. Other times, only professional treatment can help keep you pain-free. We know just how frustrating TMJ pain can be.
Our team uses advanced technology like CT Cone Beam Imaging to evaluate your oral structure with the help of oral and maxillofacial experts at BeamReaders. This allows us to build a comprehensive picture of your facial anatomy and pinpoint any issues that could be responsible for TMJ pain.
Then, Dr. Osborne and our medical nurses will evaluate your airway and facial structure to create a treatment plan that fits your individual needs. Treatment may include orthodontic treatment, oral appliance therapy, and other options depending on the severity of your condition.
Our team uses advanced technology like CT Cone Beam Imaging to evaluate your oral structure with the help of oral and maxillofacial experts at BeamReaders. This allows us to build a comprehensive picture of your facial anatomy and pinpoint any issues that could be responsible for TMJ pain.
Then, Dr. Osborne and our medical nurses will evaluate your airway and facial structure to create a treatment plan that fits your individual needs. Treatment may include orthodontic treatment, oral appliance therapy, and other options depending on the severity of your condition.
how does oral appliance therapy ease jaw pain?
At Sleep Easy Dentistry, we look to non-invasive approaches to treating our patient's pain. When it comes to sleep apnea, snoring relief, and TMJ disorder, oral appliance therapy can deliver the relief you need. Oral appliances, also known as mandibular advancement devices, work to gently shift the position of your jaw while you sleep. Because we know our patients have unique needs, we offer a variety of oral appliances that we can customize to our patients' needs. Schedule your free consultation today to learn more about oral appliance therapy!
FIVE Jaw-Dropping facts about TMJ PAIN
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1. TMJ disorder affects more women than men, particularly women of childbearing age.
2. TMJ pain sometimes goes away on its own. Other times, it may require an intervention. The type of treatment depends on the causes and severity of TMJ pain. 3. TMJ can cause ear pain, tooth sensitivity, muscle aches and other pain well beyond the jaw. 4. Stress and overuse can lead to jaw pain and TMJ disorder. Sometimes, treating the source of stress can help reduce TMJ pain. 5. Strengthening muscles in the jaw can alleviate TMJ pain and complications. |
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