byAlma Abell

Do you suffer from any of the following symptoms? If you do suffer from one or more of these symptoms, you could be among one of the more than 40 million Americans suffering from TMD (Temporomandibular Dysfunction), sometimes also called TMJ. This is a disorder that affects the jaw joint called the TMJ, or temporomandibular joint. It can cause debilitating pain in your jaw that just keeps reoccurring if it is left untreated because it has been misdiagnosed.

Symptoms:

* Tooth grinding

* Back aches

* Stiff neck

* Eye pain

* Vision problems

* Pain when opening your jaw

* Limited ability to open your jaw

* Clicking or popping sounds coming from your jaw joints

* Ringing in your ears

* Persistent facial pain or headaches

A TMJ Arlington dentist will tell you that TMD is most often caused from misaligned teeth. Some other factors can include stress, sinus problems, breathing problems and trauma to the jaw. If you Visit website, you will see that while these are the common symptoms of TMD/TMJ, they can be caused by other conditions as well. This is why it is very important to get a very thorough exam so you can get an accurate diagnosis.The lower jaw (mandible) is connected to the temporal bone of the skull by the temporomandibular joint. It helps with the basic opening and closing of the jaw and is a very intricate joint, in fact one of the most intricate joints in our bodies. Too much stress placed on the joint often leads to inflammation, pain and finally to TMD/TMJ. When your TMJ Arlington dentist examines the joint tissue in the hinge of your jaw, they look for problems caused from deterioration of the joint tissue, swelling or joint tissue that is damaged (this is the tissue that cushions the bones of the joint while the mouth opens and closes). Cold compresses and common pain relievers can give some temporary relief for minor cases. With more severe TMD/TMJ cases, a variety of alternate treatments will be recommended. For some, making use of a mouth guard can help relieve teeth grinding. Some people may need to be taught how to use orthodontic appliances like retainers. For patients with the most severe cases, recommendations for certain more invasive procedures may be needed.

If you have one or more of the listed symptoms, give your a dentist a call for a complete examination and diagnosis and treatment plan.