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TMJ Disorder
TMJ DISORDER IN Palatine, IL
A very common misconception is that TMD and TMJ are the very same thing. TMJ stands for Temporomandibular joint, which is actually the joint that links your lower jaw to your skull in front of your ear. In between your skull and your lower jaw and in front of your ear, a piece of cartilage, a disc, is present which helps the joint to move easily. Muscles fixed to and surrounding the joint in fact, control the position of your lower jaw. It is pretty common that disorders of the TMJ (Temporomandibular joint) are improperly termed TMJ; instead, they must be called TMD (Temporomandibular disorder).
The causes of TMD
Symptoms of TMD
Diagnosing TMD:
We will start with taking a detailed health record reviewing for any medications, injuries, traumas, or procedures, or conditions that could contribute to your TMD symptoms. We will also physically check your mouth, face, joints, muscles, and head and neck areas to detect any pain and tenderness. Any restricted motion or locking of the jaw or joint noises will also be examined. At times, an X-ray is also required. All of these will help us evaluate how serious your TMD is and how much it is affecting your daily life.
Treating the TMD:
We make a digital scan to design tailor-made fitted mouth guards. These tools minimize damage to your teeth from clenching or grinding or sports-associated injuries. It is even commonly used in solving snoring or sleep apnea issues.
BOTOX
BOTOX® is used by the dentist as an alternative approach for TMJ (Temporomandibular joint) disorders. It also helps to reduce jaw tension and pain which are related to TMJ. When BOTOX® is injected into facial muscles affected with soreness and also discomfort, BOTOX® relieves TMJ and jaw pain for numerous individuals.
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