TMJ Treatment In Hamden, CT
Your temporomandibular joint connects your lower jawbone to your skull. When this joint is not working properly, it can cause pain, clicking, headaches, and difficulty chewing. At Connect Family Dental, we diagnose and treat TMJ dysfunction to relieve your discomfort and restore normal jaw function.
What Is TMJ Dysfunction?
Your temporomandibular joints, along with the surrounding muscles, give you the ability to chew your food, talk, and even yawn. When the joints do not work properly, you experience symptoms that can range from mild discomfort to severe pain.
TMJ dysfunction involves the joint that attaches the mandible to the temporal bones at each side of your head. Normally, you do not think about these joints, but if one or both start causing you pain or forcing you to limit your jaw movement, you need treatment.
While the condition can affect anyone, it surfaces more frequently in women than in men. The latest research indicates that certain hormonal fluctuations in women can create functional problems with the temporomandibular joint.
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Pain & TendernessPopping
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HeadachesSymptoms of TMJ Dysfunction
TMJ symptoms can vary from person to person. If you experience any of these regularly, it may be time to seek treatment.
Jaw Pain and Tenderness
A dull, aching pain in your jaw area that may get worse when you chew or open your mouth wide.
Popping or Clicking
Painful popping or clicking sounds each time your mouth opens or closes, sometimes accompanied by a grinding noise.
Locking Jaw
Difficulty opening or closing your mouth, or your jaw getting stuck in one position temporarily.
Facial Swelling
Swelling on one or both sides of your face, particularly around the jaw area and in front of your ears.
Ear Pain and Ringing
Pain that radiates to your ears, sometimes accompanied by ringing sounds or a feeling of fullness in the ear.
Severe Headaches
Severe shooting headaches that resemble migraines, often originating from the jaw muscles and spreading to the temples.
Difficulty Chewing
Discomfort or pain when biting down, or a sudden discomfort while chewing food because your bite feels off.
Change in Bite
Your upper and lower teeth no longer fit together the way they used to, which can be a sign of joint problems.
How We Treat TMJ Dysfunction
The goal of TMJ treatment is to keep your jaw loose, protect your teeth, and address the physical and psychological causes of your condition.
Comprehensive Evaluation
We examine your jaw, check your bite, and may take X-rays to understand what is causing your TMJ symptoms.
Custom Treatment Plan
Based on your diagnosis, we create a plan that may include lifestyle changes, a custom mouthguard, physical therapy, or other treatments.
Treatment
If the pain is mild, applying heat or ice and jaw relaxation exercises may help. For more severe cases, we may recommend a custom-fitted mouthguard or other interventions.
Follow-Up Care
We monitor your progress, adjust treatment as needed, and help you develop habits to prevent TMJ symptoms from returning.
Why Choose Us for TMJ Treatment?
TMJ pain can spread to your face, ears, and eyes. Our dental center is well equipped and expertly staffed to correctly diagnose TMJ dysfunction and prescribe the right treatment. Whatever the reason for your TMJ pain, we take effective action to diminish your discomfort.
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Relief From TMJ Pain Is Possible
Do not let jaw pain, clicking, and headaches control your life. We can help you find relief. Schedule your appointment today.
