TMJ. Have you heard of the temporomandibular joints? The misalignment of these joints has been known to cause pain, often tremendous pain, as well as wear of the teeth. The condition can cause cracked, loose or sensitive teeth, a sore jaw and may be accompanied by a popping or clicking sound.
 
Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, treats TMJ in his Beverly Hills dentist office, and is well known as a TMJ specialist who has led numerous patients to find relief from this common problem. This kind of pain is referred to as TMJ Disorder or TMD. A specialist can determine if mouth pain is from a cavity, an oral infection, or TMD.
 
The temporomandibular joints are two of the most intricate joints in the human body. Located in the triangular area directly in front of the ear, you can feel the motion of these joints, when you open and close your mouth, by pressing on this spot.
 
These joints are the pivot point that allows the mouth to open. The joint is also what allows the lower jaw, the mandible to move forward, back, and side to side. Supporting these joint motions are many ligaments, muscles, discs and bones. The wear and tear on these parts causes the pain near, or in the jaw.
 
TMD can be caused by numerous complications. It might be from one’s bite (alignment of teeth), or from an impact injury to the jaw. It could be arthritis related, or caused by night-time or stress-related tooth grinding.
 
It can take a thorough examination and evaluation to isolate the exact basis of TMJ disorder. Each patient is different, but there are numerous specific solutions for each cause of TMD. In most cases Dr. Maddahi is able to make a huge improvement.
 
When a patient visits Dr. Maddahi he always includes a TMD evaluation, if the patient needs one. This includes use of a high-tech advanced dental device, the digital bite recorder, if the cause is suspected to be bite related.
 
If Dr. Maddahi finds that any pain is the result of a poor bite or tooth alignment, tooth reshaping will sometimes be considered an option. Braces may also be advised. Treatment may as well consist of wearing an orthotic, which is a device used to straighten or otherwise improve the teeth, bite, etc.
 
These solutions, and others, can help to realign the jaw in order to prevent further damage to the teeth, and are particularly useful if the teeth have become worn due to grinding them while sleeping. Based upon the problem isolated as causing the pain, Dr. Maddahi may recommend one or more of a variety of workable solutions.
 
TMD treatment can sometimes incorporate massage in the area of the jaw pain to help loosen up the muscles. Some cases will necessitate a temporary use of pain reducing medicine to treat the condition. Additionally, it has even been found that handling poor posture helps in some cases.
 
Los Angeles dentist, Dr. Kourosh Maddahi, offers free initial evaluations at his Beverly Hills dentist office, to anyone who is wondering if TMJ disorder is the cause of their pain. He will work carefully and thoroughly with you to find the cause of your TMJ, and the correct route to resolve your situation.

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