When TMJ disorder forms, this pressure on your jaw could lead to discomfort, and over time could even impact how you open and close your mouth. But we can offer relief with a custom oral appliance or with orthodontic treatment. At our Southlake, TX, dental office, our team can diagnose and treat your TMJ disorder, bringing relief and protecting the health and function of your smile in the process.
The Causes of TMJ Discomfort
What causes TMJ disorder and discomfort to occur? The disorder often develops when factors lead to strain on the jaw joints. This could include missing teeth, misalignment, injuries to the face or jaw, or concerns with the growth and development of the jaw and key oral structures. Chronic teeth grinding, or bruxism could be responsible too. The strain then leads to uncomfortable symptoms, such as jaw and facial pain, aches in the neck and shoulders, popping or clicking in the jaw, and if you also grind your teeth, tooth sensitivity and toothaches. Don’t ignore these symptoms, as untreated TMJ concerns could lead to bruxism and even issues fully opening and closing your mouth.
Oral Appliance Therapy
Our team may be able to provide relief with a comfortable and noninvasive oral appliance. The device is crafted and custom-fitted based on detailed digital images and impressions we take of your teeth. The device will look similar to a mouthguard, and is worn while you sleep. Once in place, the appliance will gently shift the jaw to ease stress on the joints and relieve you of painful symptoms. The device is easy to use and clean, and can also travel with you too!
Orthodontics
Often, dental misalignment could be the culprit. Crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth can upset bite balance and strain the jaw joints in addition to the negative impacts misalignment has on the health and beauty of the smile. But with clear aligners or even traditional braces, our team can correct alignment concerns, and in the process, help ease the symptoms of TMJ disorder, so you can enjoy a comfortable, healthy, and attractive smile. If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat issues like TMJ disorder, or about our orthodontic systems, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you enjoy optimal oral health once again!
Find Out More About TMJ Treatment With Tate Family Dentistry In Southlake, TX
Our team wants to help you avoid the pain in your jaw and face related to TMD, and we can do so with comfortable and noninvasive solutions. To learn more about fighting TMD discomfort, give us a call at our Southlake, TX dental office at (817) 481-6364.