{"id":643,"date":"2019-08-07T12:11:38","date_gmt":"2019-08-07T12:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machiasdental.com\/?page_id=643"},"modified":"2019-08-27T19:20:08","modified_gmt":"2019-08-27T19:20:08","slug":"jaw-disorders","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/machiasdental.com\/procedures\/dental-problems\/jaw-disorders\/","title":{"rendered":"Jaw Disorders"},"content":{"rendered":"

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Most problems with the jaw come from the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and the muscles that help you chew. Dr. James Sparaga has treatments that can\u00a0ease this pain and discomfort<\/b>.[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What does TMJ stand for?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]The\u00a0temporomandibular joints<\/b>\u00a0(TMJs) are the\u00a0hinges that connect your lower jaw to your skull<\/b>. The disorders associated with the TMJ muscles are often referred to as TMD or TMJ Disorders. TMD is not just one condition, but a\u00a0group of painful disorders<\/b>\u00a0that affect the TMJ and the muscles one uses to chew.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]What is TMD or TMJ Disorder?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]TMD is not just one condition, but a\u00a0group of painful disorders<\/b>\u00a0that affect the TMJs and the muscles one uses to chew. It affects more women than men, and is usually temporary or occasional, but a small percentage of sufferers have serious chronic problems.[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Do I have a TMJ Disorder?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
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THE FOLLOWING ARE SYMPTOMS OF TMJ DISORDERS. NOT EVERYONE EXPERIENCES ALL THESE PROBLEMS. IF YOU EXPERIENCE SOME OF THEM, SPEAK TO DR. JAMES SPARAGA<\/b><\/a> AND HAVE HIM PERFORM A THOROUGH EXAMINATION.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Jaw pain, stiffness or soreness[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Jaw pain while chewing, biting, or yawning[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Painful or tender jaw joint[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Difficulty opening and closing the mouth[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Restricted range of jaw movement or “locking” of the jaw in an open or closed position[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Painful clicking, popping, grinding or grating sounds in the jaw joint when opening or closing the mouth[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Bruxism – grinding or clenching of teeth when awake or asleep[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Earaches without an ear infection[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Sensitive teeth and toothaches without evidence of dental problems[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Teeth that break or crack without an apparent cause[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Aching or radiating pain on the side of the head, face, neck and shoulders[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]A burning sensation in the mouth\/tongue[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]Frequent unexplained headaches – sometimes diagnosed as migraines[\/vc_column_text]
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<\/div>[vc_column_text]How can TMJ be treated?<\/b>[\/vc_column_text]
<\/div>[vc_column_text]There are a\u00a0number of treatments available<\/b>, ranging from stress reduction techniques, to dental appliances to muscle relaxants. It is also best to make some simple adjustments like eating soft foods, and not chewing gum.\u00a0Discuss<\/b><\/a>\u00a0available options with Dr. James Sparag[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column]
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