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TMJ Disorders and Pain Management
What Are TMJ Disorders?
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Do You Have a TMJ Disorder?
If you have pain and discomfort when you’re chewing or talking, you might have a TMJ disorder. Some of the most common symptoms are:
- Clicking or popping sound in your jaw when you chew or talk
- Locking jaw
- Pain when you open your mouth all the way
- Sore jaw and neck muscles
- Earaches or headaches
You might have one or all these symptoms of a TMJ disorder. When you visit Chittenden Dental for a checkup, we will also take a moment to check your jaw. If you have sore muscles, or notice any of these other symptoms, let us know!
What Causes TMJ Disorders?
TMJ disorders can have a number of causes. Sometimes TMJ pain starts after an injury. Poor jaw or tooth alignment can also lead to TMJ pain or cause a TMJ disorder. Teeth clenching and grinding can also cause jaw pain. Clenching and grinding often gets worse when you’re stressed. Many people clench or grind their teeth in the night and don’t even realize they’re doing it.
Diagnosing TMJ Disorders
Dr. Mike Morris isn’t just a tooth doctor. Our team treats your teeth as one part of a bigger system. We look for any issues or imbalances in your chewing system, including your teeth, mouth, and temporomandibular joints. We look for any symptoms of TMJ disorders like cracked or worn teeth. During routine checkups, we’ll also look for signs of grinding or clenching teeth. We can find the potential cause of your TMJ disorder and develop a treatment plan to relieve pain and prevent further damage.
Treating TMJ Disorders and Pain Management
Fortunately, there are ways to treat TMJ disorders and get pain relief. Sometimes a simple fix like wearing a dental orthotic or dental orthotic at night can prevent TMJ pain. When TMJ disorders are caused by poor tooth or jaw alignment, dental treatment options are the best way to treat the disorder and reduce pain. For example, braces or an orthodontic solution to realign teeth can relieve TMJ pain. If your TMJ disorder is caused by clenching your jaw or grinding your teeth, treatment can include wearing a custom dental appliance. A dental orthotic or bite plate can prevent grinding and stop pain. Dr. Mike Morris and the team at Chittenden Dental are committed to helping you find pain management strategies that work. Our goal is to reduce pain now, and prevent pain in the future.
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Our Dental Services
Our team at Chittenden Dental offers comprehensive dental care in Burlington. Dr. Mike Morris uses his extensive training and experience to maintain your overall dental health. This goes beyond focusing on one tooth and fixing one problem. We listen carefully to all your dental concerns, and together we’ll develop a treatment plan that fits your needs. We’ll explain all your treatment options so you can choose the right option for your dental care.
Comprehensive Care
Our team at Chittenden Dental offers true comprehensive and wholistic dental care in Burlington, VT. Dr. Mike Morris unites with patients to promote minimal treatment throughout life. Using his extensive training and skills, Dr. Mike Morris can improve your overall health.
Tmj Disorders And Pain Management
TMJ Disorders and Pain Management Do you have chronic pain in your jaw? Is it uncomfortable to chew or talk? Jaw pain usually starts in the temporomandibular joints located below each ear. Dr. Mike Morris doesn’t just treat teeth and gum issues. We can help diagnose and treat TMJ disorders.
Cosmetic Treatment
Chittenden Dental provides restorative and cosmetic dentistry in Burlington. We’re dedicated to enhancing your beautiful smile. Cosmetic dentistry can restore your confidence in your smile.
Dental Sleep Medicine
Do you have trouble sleeping at night because you have disrupted breathing when you sleep? If you snore loudly, wake up gasping, or feel like you can’t breathe in the night, you may have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
Mago Therapy
The MAGO is a plastic orthotic, custom designed to allow your jaw joint to function in its proper position while protecting your teeth and providing relaxation to muscles of the face and neck.
Invisalign®
Invisalign® is a clear plastic tooth aligner and straighter system that has been around for decades. It is clearly the number one choice when it comes to crooked and tilted teeth. As a licensed provider, Chittenden Dental offers Invisalign® for teens and adults.
Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional Therapy is Physical Therapy that focuses on the muscles of the mouth, face, and throat. By strengthening weak muscles, learning proper function and making behavior modifications, improvements can be made to breathing, speaking, chewing and swallowing.
Teeth Cleaning
At Chittenden Dental, we believe that a healthy smile begins with preventive care. Our comprehensive teeth cleaning services are designed to keep your teeth and gums in top condition, ensuring a lifetime of optimal oral health.
Laser Dentistry
At Chittenden Dental in Burlington, VT, Dr. Mike Morris and his experienced team are proud to offer cutting-edge laser dentistry to improve your dental care. With our advanced laser technology, we provide a comfortable, minimally invasive alternative to traditional dental treatments.
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