{"id":91,"date":"2019-11-18T13:06:00","date_gmt":"2019-11-18T13:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/?p=91"},"modified":"2020-01-17T13:07:14","modified_gmt":"2020-01-17T13:07:14","slug":"november-tmj-treatment-in-carrollton","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/november-tmj-treatment-in-carrollton\/","title":{"rendered":"TMJ Awareness Month: The Truth Behind Your Chronic Jaw Pain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_113774216__2___1579266306_38768.jpg\" alt=\"Man rubbing jaw\" class=\"wp-image-92\" width=\"305\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_113774216__2___1579266306_38768.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_113774216__2___1579266306_38768-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_113774216__2___1579266306_38768-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 305px) 100vw, 305px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you been living\nwith pain in your jaw that just doesn\u2019t go away? According to the US Department\nof Health and Human Services, it\u2019s been estimated that over 10 million\nAmericans suffer from a TMJ disorder; this condition prevents your jaw from\nworking correctly, which could hurt your ability to speak and chew as well as\nyour overall quality of life. This November is TMJ Awareness Month, making it\nthe perfect time to learn the importance of receiving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/tmj-dysfunction-therapy.html\">TMJ treatment<\/a> in Carrollton as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is a TMJ Disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">TMJ is short for \u201ctemporomandibular joint\u201d; this is the\njoint on either side of your head that connects it to the mandible (the lower\njaw). When the TMJ is working properly, it acts like a door hinge, letting the\nmandible move up and down as well as backwards and side to side. If the join is\ndamaged or strained, it results in a TMJ disorder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do You Know You Have a TMJ Disorder?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re likely to notice constant discomfort in your jaw;\nchewing or yawning can be particularly painful. You may also hear a clicking\nsound when you open or close your mouth. In severe cases, your jaw\u2019s movement\ncould be limited; it might even become locked in place. Other possible symptoms\ninclude a radiating pain in your head or neck, ringing in your ears, and\ninflammation or swelling around your jaw. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might not experience all of these signs, and some of\nthem are also associated with other conditions. You should make an appointment\nwith your dentist if you want to confirm that a TMJ disorder the real source of\nyour jaw pain in Carrollton. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if a TMJ Disorder is Ignored?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you ignore the warning signs of a TMJ disorder, the jaw\nwill suffer more and more damage over time, causing your pain and other\nsymptoms to become worse and worse. In the long run, your ability to chew and\nspeak could become compromised altogether. However, the good news is that with\ntimely treatment, you can avoid the worst-case scenario and start living pain\nfree again!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How are TMJ Disorders Treated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since there are multiple possible causes for a TMJ disorder,\nyour dentist might recommend a few different treatments. For example,\nstretching exercises and pain killers can go a long way towards relieving jaw\nstrain. On the other hand, if you grind and clench your teeth at night, a\ncustom-crafted nightguard will protect your pearly whites and hold your jaw in\na more comfortable resting position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s better to be safe than sorry when it comes to a TMJ\ndisorder; if you\u2019ve noticed any troublesome symptoms, make an appointment with\nyour dentist today. Why live with the pain in your jaw when the right treatment\nwill let you eat and smile comfortably again?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Moji Chandy has over 12 years of dental experience and\nis currently a member of the Texas Dental Association. She has undergone\nextensive training so that she can serve her patients in various areas of\ndentistry, including treatment for TMJ disorders. If you\u2019ve been suffering from\njaw pain and want to schedule an appointment at her practice in Carrollton,\nAegis Dental, visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.familydentistcarrollton.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncall (972) 492-6700.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you been living with pain in your jaw that just doesn\u2019t go away? 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