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TMJ Pain is commonly confused with migraines and headaches. You may be suffering from a TMJ problem and don't know about it

Jaw Pain

MY JAW HURTS!

CAN’T OPEN MY MOUTH!

I HAVE DIFFICULTIES CLOSING MY MOUTH!

WHEN I OPEN MY MOUTH IT DEVIATES TO ONE SIDE!

MY JAW MAKES NOISES WHEN I OPEN IT OR CLOSE IT!

Jaw pain, deviations, or difficulties on jaw movement might be a sign that one is suffering from Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) or commonly known as TMJ Pain (temporomandibular joint).

Reasons one might be suffering from TMJ Pain

There are many reasons one might be suffering from TMJ Pain but one of the more common is trauma. This trauma can be macro trauma, like the one caused by a car accident, fall, etc. or microtrauma, as a result, form bad oral habits, “bad bite” (malocclusion), loss of posterior teeth (posterior bite collapse), improperly done oral reconstruction or orthodontic treatment.

If left untreated, TMJ Pain, in some cases, could develop into a complicated debilitating condition.

The following is a general set of questions, guidelines, or self-evaluations you can use to determine if a professional TMD – TMJ evaluation is needed.

It’s suggested that this set of questions, guidelines, or self-test be the only criteria used to seek professional help. If in doubt, SEEK HELP!

TMJ Pain Symptoms treated on Georgia Prosthodontics

Have you been suffering from headaches of unknown origin?

Do you have pain right in front of your ears and is it not an ear infection?

Do you hear noises when opening or closing your mouth?

Has your mouth locked open or closed?

Do you have difficulties moving your jaw or does it deviate to one side when opening?

Have you been in an accident recently where you were hit on the head or jaw?

Have you lost most of the teeth in the back of your mouth?

Do you have a bad bite or difficulties eating?

Did you have oral rehabilitation or orthodontics and since then your jaw hurts?

Do you wake up with neck pain and have been told you grind your teeth at night?

TMJ Treatment and Evaluation

If you suspect that you are suffering from TMJ Pain seek professional help as soon as possible. The dental specialist that is best suited to provide a full evaluation of your “bite”, mandibular movements and oral reconstruction is a Prosthodontist.

Furthermore, some Prosthodontists have undergone additional post-doctoral training in non–surgical treatment of TMD – TMJ.

For a comprehensive TMJ Treatment and evaluation schedule an appointment. Our team is proud to have Dr. Delgado with us, the only Prosthodontist trained in TMD management in Georgia, a true TMJ doctor!

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TMJ Pain? Symptoms to be aware of

Jaw Pain

Reasons one might be suffering from TMJ Pain

The following is a general set of questions, guidelines, or self-evaluations you can use to determine if a professional TMD – TMJ evaluation is needed.

Have you been suffering from headaches of unknown origin?

Do you have pain right in front of your ears and is it not an ear infection?

Do you hear noises when opening or closing your mouth?

Has your mouth locked open or closed?

Do you have difficulties moving your jaw or does it deviate to one side when opening?

Have you been in an accident recently where you were hit on the head or jaw?

Have you lost most of the teeth in the back of your mouth?

Do you have a bad bite or difficulties eating?

Did you have oral rehabilitation or orthodontics and since then your jaw hurts?

Do you wake up with neck pain and have been told you grind your teeth at night?

TMJ Treatment and Evaluation

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