{"id":1702,"date":"2018-09-08T12:23:37","date_gmt":"2018-09-08T12:23:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/?p=1702"},"modified":"2018-10-15T12:27:17","modified_gmt":"2018-10-15T12:27:17","slug":"jaw-pain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/jaw-pain\/","title":{"rendered":"Jaw Pain? Find Relief With TMJ Treatment From Your Dentist!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1703\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/AdobeStock_189957202-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"A man touching his jaw \" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/AdobeStock_189957202-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/AdobeStock_189957202-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/AdobeStock_189957202-1024x683.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Most people don\u2019t give their temporomandibular joint (TMJ) a second thought &#8211; until there\u2019s a problem! Unfortunately, it\u2019s easy for jaw pain to develop because the TMJ is the most complicated joint in the body. For starters, it\u2019s the only joint that\u2019s bilateral, so the right and left sides have to work together in perfect harmony for everything to function properly. Not to mention that the TMJ also moves in 2 ways (hinging <em>and<\/em> sliding), whereas most joints in the body only move 1 way. That means that it\u2019s fairly easy for jaw pain to develop if anything is off-track. But, the good news is that a dentist can provide non-surgical TMJ treatment that\u2019s incredibly effective for treating this common condition. Keep reading to learn more!<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What Are the Signs of TMJ Problems?<\/h2>\n<p>TMJ symptoms vary a lot from person to person, but here are some of the most common signs you might notice if your jaw isn\u2019t functioning properly:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A popping or clicking sound<\/li>\n<li>Pain in the jaw joints themselves<\/li>\n<li>Shoulder or neck pain<\/li>\n<li>Chronic headaches<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Since all of the muscles in the head and neck are interconnected, tension in one area can spread to the surrounding areas. Also, you may have muscle tension around the jaws from clenching or grinding at night, which is a common cause of jaw pain.<\/p>\n<h2>What Kinds of TMJ Treatment Are Available?<\/h2>\n<p>A dentist can provide multiple TMJ treatments that are incredibly effective at providing relief. After determining the cause of your pain, they may recommend one of the following therapies:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Botox<\/strong> \u2013 You might be surprised to learn that a dentist can use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">Botox<\/a> to treat TMJ pain, but it\u2019s actually very effective at relaxing the muscles that cause jaw tension. In addition, the results last anywhere from 6 to 18 months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Nightguard <\/strong>\u2013 A nightguard can not only protect your teeth from the effects of clenching and grinding, it can also reposition your lower jaw to help the joint function normally.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Relaxation techniques <\/strong>\u2013 In many cases, massage and other relaxation techniques can be used in conjunction with other treatments to provide an even greater reduction in symptoms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you\u2019re experiencing any jaw pain or problems, it\u2019s a good idea to schedule an appointment with a dentist who provides non-surgical treatment options like these. In just 1-2 dental appointments, you can get relief from jaw pain and get your quality of life back!<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/patti-bradley-dmd.html\">Dr. Patti Bradley<\/a> is a general, cosmetic and restorative dentist who understands how much TMJ disorder affect her patients\u2019 lives. She always thoroughly evaluates each patient so she can determine the cause of their jaw pain and recommend the best treatment for them. If you\u2019re experiencing any jaw discomfort and want to know more about your treatment options, she can be reached via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or at (706) 453-1333.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most people don\u2019t give their temporomandibular joint (TMJ) a second thought &#8211; until there\u2019s a problem! Unfortunately, it\u2019s easy for jaw pain to develop because the TMJ is the most complicated joint in the body. For starters, it\u2019s the only joint that\u2019s bilateral, so the right and left sides have to work together in perfect [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Jaw Pain? Find Relief With TMJ Treatment From Your Dentist!<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you have jaw pain, you know how much it can affect your quality of life. 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