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What does TMJ mean?
TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joint syndrome. Many people have not heard of these partcular joints, and thus are unaware of how significantly a TMJ specialist can improve symptoms that cause a patients discomfort. Temporomandibular joints are located in the throat and head area and act as a sliding hinge. These joints physically connect the jaw to the skull. They help with a multitude of functions and are used every day. Some of the activities include chewing and speaking. Therefore, this disorder affects a highly used and extremely important area of the human body. Oftentimes, these particular bones can be displaced, or experience other issues, that cause these disorders. When patients begin to experience symptoms linked to these conditions visiting a TMJ dentist can be extremely helpful to the healing process.
How is a TMJ dentist different from a generic dentist?
TMJ dentists are different from a general practicing dentist because they focus on helping patients with issues specifically caused and related to this condition. These ailments can cause a multitude of symptoms, ranging from headaches to ear pain, and as specialists we are specifically trained to treat many of these symptoms. We also employ the help of other specialists to target affected areas related to the teeth and or mouth. General practitioners, and even ear, nose and throat doctors do not have the specific and targeted training that is needed to alleviate problems in temporomandibular joints, whereas as trained specialists we have specifically been trained and studied the causes, effects and solutions to these issues.
How can a TMJ specialist help you?
TMJ ailments refer to a multitude of symptoms that indicate there is an issue with a patient’s temporomandibular joint. These joints can fall into disrepair for a number of reasons, and visiting with a expert can help to determine what exactly has happened to these particular joints and the practicing consultant can then identify a treatment plan to help to alleviate painful conditions. Sometimes, these ailments can be the results of arthritis, and in other cases our TMJ doctor has determined that misalignment of the bones and joints have caused the joints not to function properly and result in a painful complaint. Our team of consultants take an individualized and independent approach. As authoritative doctors we are trained in the very specific and effective treatment methods that can help make our patients feel better as quickly as possible. Furthermore, as unique dentists we can target and treat issues created by teeth, such as teeth clenching related to these joints that can cause tension headaches. At The Center for Sleep and TMJ Disorders we are committed to cutting edge treatments and state of the art technology, in order to treat these particular disorders with the most quality care possible, as quickly as possible. As an authoritative in this field of medicine we take pride in our ability to target and alleviate a patient’s pain and get results.
Symptoms of disorder.
The joint connections are located at a highly used and extremely important area of the human body. Symptoms of TMJ complaints range from being unbearable, to consistently frustrating and painful. Oftentimes, disorder symptoms are concentrated around the head area and sometimes negatively affect the ears, nose and throat. Symptoms related to this condition include headaches. These headaches are often constant, dull and unrelenting in nature. Professional consultants refer to these kinds of headaches as tension headaches. An additional symptom of this disorder is face pain. Often face pain is located around the jaw and sinus area. Pain around the eye area is common as well, and a technical dentist will be able to help to identify the combination of eye, sinus and headache symptoms. Pain in the ears and ear drums is also a symptom associated with these issues.
Physical symptoms patients may experience.
Clicking of the jaw is an indicator of a TMJ dysfunction and our team of professionals can help. Jaw clicking, in combination with teeth grinding, can cause significant pain to patients. In fact, our team of dentists are often used to help patients with these disorders because these particular connections are highly related to mouth health and teeth placement. Additionally, difficulty or pain when chewing can be a major indicator. As advisory consultants we know that the temporomandibular joints are an itegral part of chewing. Displacement, exhaustion or tension on these joints can cause pain when chewing. This particular juncture is also connected to the inner ear muscles, and thus injury or displacement to these crucial connections can result in ringing or pain in the ears. This disorder can also cause tension in a patient’s neck.
Why should TMJ disorders be treated ?
This particular chronic issue affects millions of Americans on a daily basis. Due to the habitual nature of symtpoms indicative of temporomandibular joints, our team of physicians often see patients that have waited to get help, which can exasperate and worsen symptoms. If you are experiencing symptoms and chronic pain in your head and neck area, please contact our office today. Our group of locally based pros are here to help you!
TMJ specialist near me
As local specialists in Connecticut we treat these conditions using an individualized and highly specific approach that targets and improves the source of the issue. Our team of doctors are versed in the most effective ways to alleviate tension on, or displacement of, these particular joints. Our team of professionals will likely test the muscles and perform an x-ray. Several treatment paths are possible for our doctors' patients. Examples of treatment plans include, but are not limited to, ultrasound therapy and physical therapy. Ultrasound therapy targets the joint to reduce pain, and physical therapy uses a multitude of techniques to strengthen and alleviate tension in this particular area. Our team may also employ techniques found in TMJ dentistry for treatment. For example, our dentist may apply a dental splint to the joint in order to physically separate the teeth, thus allowing this particular area to rest and heal. Several alternative treatment options are available in addition to the options above. Our specialist group, we pride ourselves on working with our local patients to create a cohesive treatment plan that both the doctor and patient feel will be comfortable and effective.
Our team of consultants will apply their knowledge to your sleep disorders in order to alleviate issues and encourage a better night’s sleep. One of the most common sleep disorder our team of doctors come across is snoring. A specific cause of snoring that our team specialize's in is Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Symptoms include snoring, choking or gagging during sleep. These symptoms are indicative of obstructive breathing. Sleep breathing dysfunctions are often related to obesity, or being overweight and or a misaligned jaw. Our specialized team of dentists approach this breathing issue and carefully consider a patient’s lifestyle and symptoms before prescribing treatment. Oftentimes, treatment includes wearing an apparatus either in, or over, the mouth in either the form of a face-mask or an oral appliance. This treatment can help to alleviate issues associated with obstructive sleep apnea, such as constant chronic fatigue.
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