Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD) – Is Your Jaw Pain Affecting Your Life?
Are you one of the many people living in and around the Angus area who regularly experiences jaw pain, headaches that radiate into your ears or into your temples or have you been told that you grind your teeth? Does your jaw click or pop when eating or do you have a limited mouth opening? If so, you may have Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, more commonly known as TMD. Our dentists and team at Rainbow Dental Centre are trained to identify signs and symptoms of TMD and can provide treatment to help you alleviate your discomfort.
What causes TMD?
TMD can be brought on by a number of factors including:
- Grinding and clenching the teeth (bruxism)
- Trauma to the head or jaw
- A heavy occlusion or bite
- Arthritis
- Misalignment of the teeth
How can TMD be treated?
Your dentist and dental team are skilled in the assessment of the function of your temporomandibular joint. The dentists at Rainbow Dental Centre have spent countless hours of continuing education in the identification and treatment of TMD. Treatment is often a combination of different treatment methods and may include:
- A custom splint or nightguard
- Botox
- Special exercises
- Massage
- Chiropractic treatment
- Acupuncture
- Orthodontics to better align the teeth
If you are having jaw pain, headaches, or popping in the jaw joint and feel your symptoms may be related to TMD, schedule an appointment with the dental team at Rainbow Dental Centre in Angus. We are here to help!
Rainbow Dental Centre 1 Water Street Angus, ON, L0M 1B0 Canada 705 424 0873 or angusrainbowdental@gmail.com
