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TMJ
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| What is it? | |
| TMJ Disorder (or TMD) is a misalignment of the upper | |
| and lower jaws. It is aggravated by stress and is often | |
| the result of chronic jaw clenching and teeth grinding. | |
| What are the signs? | |
| When the TMJ, located in front of the ear, is not working | |
| properly, it can cause muscle spasms, ear pain, neck | |
| pain, and headaches. You may notice pain or hear a | |
| clicking/popping noise when you open and close your | |
| mouth or yawn. | |
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What can
be done?
Dental treatment involves the use of a splint or bite plate to move the lower jaw forward. An alternative is the use of functional appliances during orthodontic treatment to reposition the lower jaw to a pain-free position. |
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Bite
Problems
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| Do I have one? | |
| A malocclusion means your teeth do not meet properly | |
| when your mouth is closed. We can diagnose a | |
| malocclusion (or bad bite) with a thorough exam that | |
| includes taking models and x-rays of your teeth. | |
| What can I do about it? | |
| Treatment can include the use of arch expansion | |
| appliances, arch lengthening appliances, and jaw | |
| repositioning appliances followed by braces. Early | |
| treatment may prevent the extraction of permanent teeth. | |
| Why correct it? |
| A bad bite can create jaw pain, headaches, premature wearing of teeth, trouble |
| chewing, difficulty cleaning the entire tooth surface and, therefore, tooth decay. |
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