Unlocking Relief: The Transformative Role of Oral Surgery in Easing Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
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Orthognathic surgery, or jaw surgery, is how our doctors correct the irregularities of the jawbones while also realigning the jaws and the teeth for a better bite and improved appearance. This corrective jaw surgery fixes skeletal abnormalities of the face and the jaw and can also be performed to fix the airways for those suffering from sleep apnea. Problems With... read more »
When it comes to your jaw, some things can go wrong that may necessitate medical intervention. Specifically, if you have temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), which is one of the most common pain disorders our oral surgeons see. This disorder affects millions of Americans, most often women, although anyone can have TMJ symptoms. You might have TMJ if you find yourself... read more »
If your dentist or orthodontist has suggested to you that you might benefit from jaw surgery, you are not alone. Misalignment of the jaw can range from mild to severe, and sometimes orthognathic surgery may be needed. While your orthodontist can correct bite problems involving your teeth, surgery may be needed when the jaws need to be repositioned. At its... read more »
Distress, discomfort, or inflammation in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw can cause pain or persistent aches near the temples or in front of the ears. People suffering from TMJ disorder might also experience pain within the joint when biting down and applying pressure with the jaw muscles. A little bit of clicking in the temporomandibular joints is not... read more »
Distress and discomfort in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw can have a serious impact on your overall quality of life. Procrastinating professional treatment at TMJ Therapy could allow the problem to develop into something more severe. Many TMJ disorder sufferers complain of a pain or persistent ache near the temples or in front of the ears. This could... read more »