We see all the time with people who are experiencing headache pain,
migraines, or jaw pain, is that they have tried just about everything.
They feel hopeless, frustrated, and helpless.
"nothing can change what is going on!" they say.
"I've tried it all..."
We need to ask you a favor: suspend your disbelief for a minute and give
us a chance to help you.
Did you know that many people who suffer from chronic headaches and migraines can be helped by an unlikely source; their dentist!
Dental professionals have made great headway in providing relief to headache
sufferers through greater understanding of the relationship between the
joints in the jaw and the role it plays in head and facial pain.
The syndrome that many people who experience chronic head and facial pain is
called "TMJ" syndrome which stands for: TemporoMandibular Joint Syndrome.
Your TMJ is basically the main joint in your jaw.
You have two TMJs, one in front of each ear, connecting the lower jaw bone
to the skull. The joints allow movement up and down, side to side, and forward and
back—all the mobility necessary for biting, chewing and swallowing food,
for speaking and for making facial expressions.
TMJ syndrome is a medical problem related to the joints in the jaw. Problems with the TMJ can cause head and neck pain, problems biting, as well as clicking sounds
when you chew or even a locked jaw.
The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) of the
National Institutes of Health (NIH) says that over 10 million people in the United
States suffer from TMJ problems at any given time. While both men and women experience TMJ problems, the majority of those seeking treatment are women in their childbearing years.
Not all causes of TMJ syndrome are known. Some possible causes or contributing factors are injuries to the jaw area, various forms of arthritis, dental procedures, genetics,
hormones, low-level infections, auto-immune diseases, stretching of the jaw as
occurs with inserting a breathing tube before surgery, and clenching or grinding of the teeth.
The most common symptom of TMJ syndrome is pain. TMJ pain is often described as a dull aching pain in the jaw joint and nearby areas, including the ear, which comes
and goes.
Some people, however, report no pain, but still have problems using their jaws.
Other Symptoms Can Include:
* Being unable to open the mouth comfortably
* Clicking, popping or grating sounds in the jaw joint
* Locking of the jaw when attempting to open the mouth
* Headaches
* A bite that feels uncomfortable or “off”
* Neck, shoulder and back pain
* Swelling on the side of the face
* Ringing in the ears
* Ear pain
* Decreased hearing
* Dizziness and vision problems.
Keep in mind that occasional discomfort in the jaw joint or chewing muscles is common,
and is not always a cause for concern. Many people with certain TMJ problems get
better without treatment. Often the problem goes away on its own in several weeks to months.
However, if the pain is severe and lasts more than a few weeks, we recommend coming inand letting us do an evaluation so that we can see if we can help you.
All you need to do is call our office at to come in for a Complimentary
Evaluation and Consultation.
We'll be able to tell you at your visit whether we are able to help you or not
and exactly what is entailed.
You can ask any and all questions you may have and either decide to move forward
or not. Zero Pressure!
We are here to help you get out of pain and starting enjoying life again!
Committed to your health.
Call us now on 01375481000 Now!
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