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TMD Treatment

TMD Treatment Melbourne

The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ), is the link between your jaw bone and your skull. There is one joint on each side of your jaw. TMD or ‘Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome’ is a dental condition with symptoms such as severe headache, facial & jaw pain and locking of the jaw.

Other symptoms of TMD include toothaches, earaches with a ringing sound inside the ear leading to problems in hearing and a ‘popping’ or ‘clicking’ sound in the jaws when opening and closing the mouth.

What are the causes of TMD?

The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) can get damaged due to extreme strain or wear and tear. The jaw muscles can also get damaged by some trauma such as an impact to the jaw as a result of a fall or some other accident.

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Treating Temporomandibular Joint Disease (TMD)

TMJ can be the result of several factors affecting the jaw and its muscles. Your dentist will examine your jaws and based on the severity of your condition and pain you’re experiencing, suggest the course of treatment. TMD treatment can vary from basic dental care to dental surgery.

Here are a few more causes for TMD

  • Misalignment of the teeth, also called as ‘poor occlusion’, which creates an uneven bite
  • Grinding of the teeth (Bruxism) caused due to a bad bite
  • Bad posture of the head and neck
    Unhealthy eating habits which include chewing with too much food in the mouth
  • Unhealthy diet with poor nutrition and the lack of dental hygiene
  • Sleep disordered breathing or sleep apnea
  • The TMJ cartilage is damaged due to Arthritis
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Here are some treatments for TMD

Bite Splints

A bite splint or Occlusal Splint is one of the most common treatments for TMD. These are custom made by your dentist and made to fit over and in between the upper and lower teeth. A bite splint can help reduce muscle tension in the jaw.

Dental Treatment

TMD can be the result of an ill fitting denture, missing teeth or other dental condition. In this case your dentist may suggest a dental treatment such as an implant or dental bridge.

Physical Therapy

In order to help relax the muscles of the jaw, your dentist may recommend physical therapy along with certain medications.

Contact Malvern Smile Studio For TMD Treatment

Get in touch with our team to find out more about TMD treatment and other services.

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2022-08-17
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2022-07-29
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2022-07-05
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Kern Kapoor
2022-03-25
It had been over a year since my last visit to the dentist and was nervous coming in for a checkup and clean (probably because I haven’t been flossing). The checkup was really thorough and Dr Saloni made me feel at ease. Usually you get a talking down from a dentist for not doing this or that, but Dr Saloni was kind and empathetic. And told me some useful and practical strategies that have helped my teeth in better shape (and colour!)
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2022-02-13
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2021-12-03
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