If you have clicking in your jaw, this could be due to the presence of TMJ disorder, also known as TMD. Without treatment, this could lead to discomfort and even strain on your bite. But we can help! In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about how we stop the clicking in your jaw with TMJ treatment.
TMD and Clicking Jaws
When the joints connecting your jaw and skull undergo excessive strain, this could place serious stress on your bite. The stress could lead to TMJ disorder and with it, issues opening and closing your mouth fully. You could also develop discomfort in your daily life. For example, you could suffer from a clicking or popping sensation in your jaw, headaches and migraines, neck and shoulder pain, and aches in your face or bite. The factors behind your TMD could include stress in your daily life, misalignment, tooth loss, injury to the face, or even issues with the growth of your bite or the eruption of your teeth. During your exam, we will assess the cause and severity so we can choose the best treatment option for you.
The Link to Bruxism
Did you know that without treatment, the stress and strain from your untreated TMJ disorder could lead to bruxism? With bruxism, you grind and clench your teeth on a nightly basis. You could experience many of the same aches and pains, as well as discomfort in your teeth as the outer structure is damaged and worn down, which leads to an increased risk of cavities and even dental infection! But our team can provide relief for both of these common oral health concerns with a custom and comfortable oral appliance.
Help with a Custom Appliance
Our team will take detailed digital images of your bite from multiple angles, and then use them to design and craft an oral appliance. The device is worn during the night and fits like a mouthguard. However, once in place this can shift your jaw to ease stress on the joints, and also puts a soft barrier between the upper and lower sets of teeth to prevent further damage to your teeth. The appliance can travel with you and is also easy to clean and maintain. Our team can also procedure lifelike repair for injured teeth too!
If you have any questions about how we diagnose and treat TMD, then contact our office today to learn more.
Call Dr. Robert Browne, D.D.S. Provides TMJ Treatment
To stop that persistent clicking in your smile, we can restore balance to your bite. To find out more about TMJ treatment options or to schedule an appointment, please call Dr. Robert M. Browne, D.D.S. in Prairie Village, KS at (913) 901-8585.
