Treatment For Stress-Induced Jaw Pain In Brentwood

Categories: TMJ/TMD Treatment

Everyday troubles cause some Brentwood people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. For example, daily commutingcan take a physical toll. All the traffic, noise, and perpetual road construction causes some people to grind their teeth as they navigate the sea of cars on packed freeways.

Some Brentwood residents who hate waiting in long lines channel their frustration to their jaw as they try, by the sheer force of will, to cause the line to move faster.

Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can cause a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. In Provo, TMD is often mistakenly called ‘TMJ’: the acronym for Temporomandibular Joint.

Your jaw is able to open and close thanks to many jaw muscles and the intricate temporomandibular joints. These joints allow for fluid mobility as you chew, speak, and yawn.

Damage to these essential joints can lead to acute pain in the jaw, head, face and neck. Pain may be experienced on one or both sides of the jaw.

TMD is an often misdiagnosed condition in Brentwood because facial pain can result from a variety of troubles, not just damage to the temporomandibular joints. Sinus infections, tooth decay, and facial inuries can cause jaw pain. A correct diagnosis is the first step in treating TMD.

At Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions we diagnose and treat TMD. If you are experiencing clicking, popping, or discomfort in your jaw, call Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions today for a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Your smile is contagious! Make sure it is healthy and beautiful. Call Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions today at 615-928-2838 to schedule a consultation or examination.