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Tired Of TMJ Trouble? Take A Trip To See How City Leeds Can Help

Monday, September 15th, 2014

3520145_blogDo you suffer from symptoms such as headaches, clicking and popping noises in the jaw and stiffness around your jaw? If you do, you may have temporomandibular joint disorder. This term is used to describe symptoms that affect the TMJ, the joint that connects the skull to the lower jaw.

More about TMJ

TMJ disorder is not a dental condition in itself; the name TMJ disorder relates to a collection of symptoms, which affect the joint. Common symptoms include a restricted range of movement in the joint, pain when you open and close your mouth, yawn or move your jaw from side to side, tension in the muscles around your jaw and headaches. TMJ disorder can also cause pain in and around the ears and pressure in the temples.

There are various causes of TMJ disorder, including bruxism (tooth grinding), conditions that cause deterioration in the joints, such as arthritis and inflammatory conditions. Most cases of TMJ disorder are linked to tooth grinding.

The exact cause of tooth grinding is not known, but many cases are believed to be associated with stress and anxiety. Many people find that they grind their teeth when they are under pressure at work or in their personal life.

What can City Dental Leeds do for me?

Our dentists are trained to care for patients with symptoms linked to TMJ disorder and we are able to provide patients with bite guards, which prevent damage caused by tooth grinding. With custom-made bite guards, patients are able to enjoy a peaceful night’s sleep safe in the knowledge that their teeth cannot clash and clench together. Bite guards are similar to gum shields and they are made for each patient to ensure a comfortable fit; they are simply placed over the teeth at night to prevent bruxism and subsequent symptoms.