TMJ disorder, also known as TMD, can lead to strain on your jaw joints and uncomfortable symptoms, such as a popping or crackling sensation. But we can ease jaw pain and prevent complications with a simple oral appliance! In today’s blog, Celina Family Dentistry talks about helping TMJ sufferers in Celina, TX, with our custom oral appliance.
The Causes of TMJ Disorder
What causes TMJ disorder? This happens when the joints connecting your jaw and skull become strained, often due to factors like tooth loss, injury to the face or jaw, misalignment, or issues with the growth of the bite or eruption of the teeth, all possible issues that could cause bite imbalance. If you grind your teeth, a disorder known as bruxism, this could also increase the risk of TMD. But how do you know if you have this issue, and when should you see our team for a diagnosis?
The Warning Signs of TMD
What are the warning signs of TMD, and how do you know when to see our team for treatment? For some, there could be a popping or crackling sensation in your jaw on a regular basis. You could also experience persistent headaches and migraines, as well as jaw and facial pain. People with TMJ disorder may also report aches in the neck and shoulders. When you have persistent pain in and around your smile, please let us know right away so that we can plan treatment, including the use of a custom oral appliance.
Relief with a Custom Oral Appliance
For some, we could ease TMJ disorder by using bonding or a crown to help improve overall bite balance, easing strain on the jaw joints. If your strain is due to tooth loss, we could create and place a bridge, or even a full or partial set of dentures. We even have durable and long-lasting dental implants. Our team can also offer clear aligners to correct uneven smiles, fixing misalignment and easing strain on your bite.
But the most common and simple treatment option is an oral appliance. We will take detailed digital images of your bite from multiple angles, and use this to design and custom-fit an oral appliance, one that looks like a mouthguard. At night, you wear the device and it helps reposition your bite to ease strain and prevent symptoms during the day. This can also help prevent damage from teeth grinding, as the oral appliance acts like a soft barrier between the upper and lower sets of teeth.
Celina Family Dentistry and TMJ Relief
We can stop the aches and popping in your bite with a custom oral appliance. To find out more about our approach to TMJ treatment, call Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX at (214) 851-0130 today.
