Gum disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss, but unhealthy gums can also increase your risk of general health complications as well. Here’s what you need to know about the link between your gums and overall health.
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) is the name given to a group of disorders impacting the proper alignment of the jaw. Alternately known as TMD, these conditions are often most responsive to neuromuscular dentistry treatments.
Symptoms of TMJ include:
Other symptoms of this condition include chronic headaches, ear and sinus pressure, and neck and backaches. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms – particularly in combination – please call The Woodlands neuromuscular dentist Dr. Scott Young at 832-610-3123 to schedule a treatment consultation.
Headaches, pain in the ears, and pressure in the sinuses and eyes can be caused by TMJ because jaw misalignment places pressure on the trigeminal nerve. This nerve is responsible for a majority of sensation in the face and, when irritated, can send pain signals to nearly every part of the head and neck. The most effective way to eliminate this pain is to relieve pressure on the trigeminal nerve.
Dr. Young takes a combined approach to treating TMJ. This may include:
The best way to learn which of these can help relieve your symptoms is through a one-on-one consultation with our experienced neuromuscular dentist.
If you are struggling with any of the symptoms of TMJ, please contact Scott Young, DDS to schedule a neuromuscular treatment evaluation with Dr. Young. We welcome patients from Houston and all surrounding areas of Texas at our comfortable office in The Woodlands.
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