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google mapIf you’ve been putting up with jaw pain, or if you hear popping or grating when you open and close your mouth, you could have TMJ problems. Our Charlotte TMJ treatment has helped many patients get relief, and we can do the same for you using a simple oral appliance. It will:
Get the help you need and deserve for your jaw problems! Call Charlotte Dentistry today at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment.
If your temporomandibular joints (TMJs) become irritated or inflamed, they can cause a lot of pain. These complex joints make it possible to open and close our mouths for everyday activities like talking, eating, laughing, and even singing. Researchers aren’t certain of all the causes of TMJ dysfunction, although it is proven that a custom oral appliance can relieve symptoms for many people.
Most patients find our professionally made TMJ device easy to get used to. It:
Another benefit of our TMJ appliance is that it will help keep your teeth apart so that you don’t grind them in your sleep, which many people do without knowing it. Less teeth grinding means less potential damage to your tooth enamel, which would require restorative dentistry to repair. So, not only will your jaw feel better, but you’ll also protect your pearly whites against damage!
If you need TMJ treatment in Charlotte, you can count on Charlotte Dentistry for help. Call our team today at 704-285-0846 to schedule an appointment, or make one online.
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TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, which is the hinge below each ear that controls the movement of your jaw. A comfortable, properly functioning jaw joint is crucial to your health and quality of life because you rely on it all day long to eat, speak, yawn, and laugh. It’s possible for your TMJ to heal on its own, but rare. Often, treatment is required to realign and heal a malfunctioning TMJ.
Surgery or orthodontics can help, but conservative treatment is ideal, which often involves everything from tension-relieving exercises to relax the muscles in your face, jaw, neck, and shoulders; anti-inflammatory pain relievers; and custom oral appliances from your dentist. Worn while you sleep, an oral device fits like a mouthguard to prevent your upper and lower teeth from grinding and clenching throughout the night. This alleviates your pain and allows the jaw joint to heal naturally.
Treatment for TMJ disorders is not mandated under the Affordable Care Act, but several states require medical or dental insurance providers to cover some of the costs. The best way to find out if your plan includes TMJ treatment is to contact your provider directly, or talk to someone from our team who can obtain that information on your behalf.
There is no standard length for TMJ treatment. It depends on many factors, including the severity of your symptoms. Since a mouthguard not only relieves TMJ pain but also prevents damage to teeth caused by grinding, many patients make it a permanent addition to their bedtime routine.
While the exact cause of TMJ disorders is unknown, many people who suffer from this painful ailment clench their jaws and/or grind their teeth. These habits, often caused or exacerbated by stress, in many cases take place while you are sleeping. Wearing a custom mouthguard at night gently positions your jaw in a way that prevents these behaviors and facilitates the healing of your TMJ.
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