If you wake up each morning with consistent headaches or jaw pain that will not resolve on its own, you may suffer from TMJ disorder. When straining of the jaw joint creates significant inflammation, chronic pain can result. Fortunately, we could help ease your symptoms by designing a custom oral appliance that gently shifts your jaw into a more comfortable position.
At Sunny Smiles, we can perform a corrective therapy to address the cause of your joint strain in a nonsurgical manner. While the causes of this strain vary, an oral appliance provides a comfortable way to ease your pain and protect your smile as you sleep. For patients with bruxism, or grinding of the teeth, a mouthguard also prevents the physical erosion of your enamel by separating each row of teeth. By learning more about this convenient solution for jaw pain, you can feel secure seeking treatment today!
When Your Jaw Causes Pain
The joints that connect your jaw and skull can strain due to a variety of factors. When your teeth do not align, your attempts to correct your bite can pull your jaw out of position causing significant pain. Others experience dental loss, physical injuries, or even developmental issues that bring their jaws out of a comfortable position. When this discomfort sustains for a long enough period, it can lead to TMJ disorder. TMJ can create headaches, jaw pain, migraines, and aches throughout your upper body. You may have cracking sounds that emanate from your jaw or a popping sensation. By treating this problem, you can prevent developing problems with fully opening or closing your mouth.
Teeth Grinding And TMJ Are Connected
If your dentist tells you that you have the signs of a teeth-grinding problem, this can lead to TMJ without treatment. A nightly bruxism habit can wear away your dentition and bring your bite out of alignment. As your jaw overcorrects to attempt to align your bite, you experience significant strain. Consider TMD treatment to protect both your teeth and jaw with an oral guard.
Designing Your Oral Guard
When you visit our office, we can measure your mouth to create a custom oral guard to bring your jaw into position. Made from a BPA-free material, your guard will also prevent your teeth from touching at night if you have a problem with grinding. As your jaw shifts gently into position, you can enjoy waking up feeling refreshed without the straining headaches that come with TMJ.
SPEAK WITH YOUR DENTIST AT SUNNY SMILES ABOUT ORAL APPLIANCE THERAPY
If you are looking for a solution to chronic headaches, speak with us about diagnosing TMJ disorder. To learn more about easing the strain and stress in your joints, please contact our Sunny Smiles location on N Zaragoza Rd in El Paso, TX at (915) 849-9000.