{"id":106,"date":"2018-12-11T20:31:06","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T20:31:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=106"},"modified":"2019-01-18T20:31:32","modified_gmt":"2019-01-18T20:31:32","slug":"the-basics-about-tmj-disorder-and-available-tmj-treatment-in-joplin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2018\/12\/11\/the-basics-about-tmj-disorder-and-available-tmj-treatment-in-joplin\/","title":{"rendered":"The Basics about TMJ Disorder and Available TMJ Treatment in Joplin"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_113775263__1547574353_25952-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman TMJ pain\" class=\"wp-image-107\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_113775263__1547574353_25952-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_113775263__1547574353_25952-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/AdobeStock_113775263__1547574353_25952.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you experiencing jaw pain? Is it difficult to chew or\nyawn without feeling discomfort? You may try to brush it off, but you really shouldn\u2019t.\nYou could have something wrong with an important joint in your body, but the\ngood news is that you can fix it and get relief! Answer your questions and\nlearn all the basics about TMJ, TMJ disorder, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">TMJ\ntreatment<\/a> in Joplin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is TMJ?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located at the base of\nthe skull in front of the ears. With a complex combination of ligaments,\nmuscles, discs, and bones, it connects the lower jaw to the upper and allows\nyour jaw to open and close and move backward, forward, and side to side. These\nmotions help with eating, speaking, singing, yawning, or really any movement of\nyour mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is TMJ disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your jaws don\u2019t fit together as they should, the TMJ\nand the muscles that support it need to work harder and can become damaged or\naggravated. As a result, movement of the lower jaw can be limited or painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What causes TMJ disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While some causes are not always clear, here are some known\ncauses for TMJ disorder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Grinding or clenching your teeth, putting\npressure on the joint.<\/li><li>Stress, causing you to tighten your jaw muscles\nor clench.<\/li><li>Damage from an injury like whiplash.<\/li><li>Arthritis, though rare, in the joint.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the symptoms of TMJ disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically more women than men get TMJ disorder, and it is\nmore prevalent in people between ages 20 and 40. Common symptoms include the\nfollowing:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pain in or around the ears.<\/li><li>Frequent headaches.<\/li><li>Tenderness of the jaw or jaw muscles.<\/li><li>Jaw pain or soreness.<\/li><li>Difficulty opening and closing the mouth.<\/li><li>Clicking or popping noises when opening the\nmouth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Many times, TMJ disorder symptoms are temporary, but if they\npersist, you should contact your dentist. Using diagnostic technology, they can\nsee if something more significant is going on and determine appropriate\ntreatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How can TMJ disorder be treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At home, TMJ disorder symptoms can be treated with the\napplication of ice followed by heat to relieve the sore ligaments and muscles\nsurrounding the joint. Regardless of the duration, tell your dentist about TMJ\ndisorder symptoms you experience. Through advanced methods and technology, they\ncan diagnose the problem and can create a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">personalized\nTMJ treatment plan<\/a> for you. For example, they can custom-make an appliance\nfor you to wear in your mouth while you sleep. This mouthguard can prevent\ngrinding and realign your jaw, relieving your symptoms. &nbsp;If your dentist recommends more aggressive\ntreatment, such as surgery, seek a second opinion from another trusted dentist.\nTMJ discomfort and pain can often be managed using more conservative methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The TMJ performs so many crucial functions that problems\nwith your TMJ shouldn\u2019t be ignored. You don\u2019t have to live with the unfortunate\nsymptoms of TMJ disorder. You can act, address the problem, and get the relief\nyou need. If you think you may have TMJ disorder, schedule an appointment with\nyour dentist to discuss your symptoms and possible treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\">Dr. Dan Young<\/a>,\nsince opening nearly 20 years ago, technology and applying it for comprehensive\ncare for his patients have been the cornerstone of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\">Young Family\n&amp; Cosmetic Dentistry<\/a>. He has completed courses in TMJ treatment\nfrom the Rondeau Seminars Orthodontic Courses and is equipped to help patients\nsuffering from this condition. You can contact him by calling (417)\n781-3440 or clicking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">here<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you experiencing jaw pain? Is it difficult to chew or yawn without feeling discomfort? 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