Call to Schedule Your Jaw Pain / TMJ Consultation
Denver Health's Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons are specialized in the treatment and solutions to TMJ and jaw pain. The team understands the daily challenges and discomfort that accompany these conditions, and are committed to finding a solution to offer you a path towards a pain-free life. Call today and schedule an appointment - no referral is needed!
Understanding Causes and Risk Factors
Are you seeking relief from TMJ discomfort? You're not alone. TMJ pain can stem from a variety of factors. Potential causes include jaw or facial injuries, muscle tension, misalignment of the jaw joint or its cartilage disc, and even dental misalignments. Factors like arthritis, teeth grinding, and stress can further contribute to your discomfort. If you're a woman aged 20 to 40, you might find yourself more susceptible, while other risk factors encompass jaw and neck injuries, teeth clenching, ill-fitting dental work, stress, habits like nail-biting, playing wind instruments, and smoking. Your journey to relief begins with understanding – explore how we can guide you toward a solution for jaw and TMJ pain.
Symptoms and Diagnosis
Treatment and Prevention
Denver Health's oral surgeons are focused on effective symptom management and proactive prevention. We understand that your comfort matters most. Treatment options are tailored to suit your unique needs, starting with simple yet impactful lifestyle changes like using ice or heat pack. Stress management plays a crucial role, and our counseling services can equip you with tools to conquer stress's impact on your jaw. Through targeted physical therapy, we'll help you stretch and strengthen your jaw for long-lasting relief. Dental devices are another avenue, offering relaxation for tense jaw muscles and prevention of teeth clenching or grinding. Our medical expertise extends to pharmacological solutions too, from pain relievers and muscle relaxants to specialized interventions like cortisone and even Botox injections to alleviate tension. For those seeking enduring solutions, certain antidepressants can be effective in addressing long-term TMJ. In rare instances, surgery might be considered if other methods don't yield results, though this path is not often taken.