TMD & TMJ Pain Treatment Consultation
Don’t let TMJ pain or jaw dysfunction affect your quality of life. Chiropractic care and muscle release can help relieve discomfort and improve jaw function. Contact Dr. Dalton at Seven Bridges Chiropractic to find relief from TMD and TMJ pain.
Our Jacksonville office offers a gentle, noninvasive way to relieve TMJ pain and jaw dysfunction. It complements other treatments like dental interventions and over-the-counter remedies, providing effective relief.
Gentle adjustments or manipulations to improve jaw alignment and reduce joint strain.
Buccal massage, myofascial release, and other techniques to ease muscle tension around the jaw, neck, and face..
Targeted acupuncture treatments to reduce pain, relax tight muscles around the jaw and face, and promote healing.
Customized exercises to improve jaw mobility, reduce pain, and strengthen surrounding muscles.
At-home care options include gentle jaw exercises, avoiding hard or chewy foods, and applying heat or cold to reduce pain and swelling. However, if TMJ pain persists or worsens, it’s important to consult a dental professional to rule out other causes.
There are several factors that can cause TMD, also known as Temporomandibular joint pain.
TMD and TMJ pain symptoms include pain, stiffness, limited jaw movement, popping and clicking, and/or tenderness around the joint area.
Several factors can contribute to TMJ disorders:
- Jaw Injury: Jaw injury or trauma can cause pain.
- Grinding: Teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism) forces the same movements over and over can lead to joint and muscle pain.
- Poor Posture: Poor posture affecting the neck and jaw alignment
- Wear and tear: Over time, the cartilage and bones in joints can wear down, leading to arthritis pain in TMJ
- Bite Issues: Misaligned bit or dental issues affecting the TMJ and surrounding musculature leading to pain.
- Stress: Stress can lead to muscle tension through clenching and over use of the neck muscles leading to TMD or TMJ pain
If you are experiencing TMD or TMJ pain here are some activities, lifestyle changes and at-home remedies to relieve the symptoms.
There are home treatment options that include over-the-counter medications and bite guards, exercise and lifestyle changes. However, if you are experiencing pain it is important to consult with a doctor to get a proper diagnosis.
- Jaw Exercises: Gentle stretching and strengthening exercises to improve mobility.
- Avoiding Extreme Jaw Movements: Limit wide yawning, chewing, gum, or biting hard or chewy foods.
- Stress Management: Techniques like meditation or therapy to reduce jaw clenching.
- Hot/Cold Therapy: Warm compresses to relax muscles, cold packs to reduce inflammation.
- Good Posture: Keep neck and head aligned to reduce jaw strain
- Dental Devices: Bite guards or splints ay be recommended by your dentist to prevent grinding
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water to keep joints lubricated.
- Healthy Diet: Anti-inflammatory foods and staying hydrated to support joint health
If TMJ pain persists or worsens despite these measures, please reach out for a professional evaluation and personalized treatment plan.
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