TMJ Pain & Syndrome

TMJ PAIN OR SYMDROME

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome is a disorder of the jaw muscles and nerves caused by injury or inflammation of the temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular joint is the connection between the jawbone and the skull. The injured or inflamed temporomandibular joint leads to the following :

Pain or tenderness in the jaw, especially in the area of the joint
Popping/clicking of the jaw (crepitus)
Pain that feels like a toothache
Ear pain (earache) or sounds of cracking in the ears.
Ringing or popping sounds in the ears (tinnitus) or a sense of fullness in the
ears
Headaches, including migraines.
Blurred vision
Tight, stiff, or sore jaw or neck muscles
Muscle spasms in the jaw
Facial pain, mouth pain, jaw pain, cheek pain, or chin numbness or tingling
Pain at the base of the tongue
Pain, swelling, or a lump in the temple area.
Difficulty chewing
Shoulder pain
Locking or dislocation of the jaw (usually after widely yawning), referred to as
lockjaw.
Dizziness or vertigo

When home remedies are not effective, medical treatment options may be necessary. Most of these types of treatments and remedies will not cure TMD, but they can provide temporary and even long-term relief from the pain symptoms. The most common treatments include the following:

A dental splint (occlusal splint or stabilization splint or bite guard), is a dental appliance placed in the mouth that keeps the teeth in alignment and prevents tooth grinding. This resembles a mouth guard and is usually prescribed and fitted by a jaw specialist.
A medical professional may use Botox to relax the muscles of the jaw. However, this is not currently an FDA-approved treatment for TMD.
Physical therapy with jaw exercises can strengthen muscles, and improve flexibility, and range of motion.
In states where medical marijuana is legal, a physician may prescribe it to help with severe TMJ pain.
Biobehavioral management (biofeedback, cognitive-behavioral therapy [CBT]) may help diminish pain intensity.
Trigger-point acupuncture can sometimes be helpful.
In severe cases, surgery on the jaw or dental surgery may be necessary

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TMJ PAIN OR SYMDROME

When home remedies are not effective, medical treatment options may be necessary. Most of these types of treatments and remedies will not cure TMD, but they can provide temporary and even long-term relief from the pain symptoms. The most common treatments include the following:

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