Eradicate Jaw Pain With TMD Treatment In East Lansing, MI

Pain management and treatment options include:

• eating softer foods
• avoiding chewing gum and biting your nails
• using heat packs to reduce pain
• practicing relaxation techniques to control jaw tension (try meditation and/or yoga)
• prescribed medications, including muscle relaxants and anti-inflammatories
• an oral appliance or biteplate to decrease the effects of clenching or grinding your teeth or to reposition your jaw
• and more, depending on your individual needs.

Patient Ages For TMJ Disorder Treatment

Patients of all ages can benefit from TMJ (temporomandibular joint) treatment, which addresses the underlying causes and symptoms of TMJ disorders. The effects of TMD disorders vary depending on the person's life stage. The following describes how TMD therapy benefits various age groups:

Children and Teens: Thumb sucking and teeth grinding are two habits that can be treated early in younger patients to prevent TMJ disorders. Additionally, treatment can guarantee healthy jaw growth and alignment, averting more serious issues down the road.

Teens and Young Adults: TMD therapy helps young adults with jaw dysfunction that is frequently brought on by stress or the early stages of arthritis. Treating conditions like bruxism or teeth grinding, which is common in this age group as a result of stress, can also enhance dental health.

Middle-Aged Adults and Seniors: This treatment can be very important for middle-aged adults in controlling their chronic pain and keeping their teeth and jaw joints from deteriorating. The goal of TMJ treatment for seniors is to minimize discomfort and preserve function while the jaw joint undergoes degenerative changes. Soft diets, warm compresses, and exercises are examples of non-invasive treatments that are preferred for managing symptoms and preserving jaw mobility.

It’s important to know that there’s no simple prescription for TMD and, often, no single cause. But by using dental diagnostic tools and dental technology, we can assess your jaw joint and provide you with options that have been life-changing for some of our other patients.

Who is the best specialist to see for TMJ?

For TMJ Disorder, it is best to see a dentist or an oral and maxillofacial specialist who has experience and expertise in treating TMJ conditions. At East Lansing Modern Dental, our team is well-equipped with the knowledge and skills to provide effective TMJ Disorder treatment.

What happens if TMJ is left untreated?

If left untreated, TMJ disorder can lead to worsening symptoms such as chronic pain in the jaw, face, and neck. It may also result in difficulty chewing, clicking or popping sounds in the jaw, and even locking of the jaw joint. Seeking timely TMJ disorder treatment at East Lansing Modern Dental can prevent these issues from progressing and improve your quality of life.