Signs and Symptoms of TMJ

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2608001619228665928.post-2331398368918493152008-04-30T09:56:00.000-05:002008-05-06T14:34:22.865-05:00Signs and Symptoms of TMJA number of TMJ sufferers are unable to pinpoint the root of their condition. Many people have symptoms that do not interfere with their lives, because they have grown accustomed to them or do not know they exist. For example, patients with TMJ typically suffer from headaches and neck pain. If you work in an office, maybe you believe these symptoms are the result of staring at a computer screen all day. Teeth Grinding Or perhaps you grind your jaw while you’re sleeping, but don’t know it. The pressure of constant jaw-grinding can actually kill your tooth roots and lead to muscle spasms that can limit your jaw’s ability to open. Grinding can also leave your teeth very sensitive to hot and cold temperatures. Speech Irregularities Some TMJ sufferers develop speech irregularities and an abnormal lip posture due to a chewing imbalance. The corners of your mouth can also become red, painful and swollen. Certain areas of your face, like your lower jaw, can also become puffy. Bad Posture TMJ patients can also develop a forward head posture, which stretches your neck muscles and pulls your lower jaw backward towards your ears. The imbalance of your chewing and neck muscles can also make it difficult to swallow. Lockjaw Another common symptom of TMJ is clicking or popping in your jaw bone. This can lead to lockjaw. If you have experienced any of these symptoms, please contact Dallas cosmetic dentist Dr. Gary Alhadef. He can help you determine whether <a href="http://www.smileshaper.com/neuromuscular.html">neuromuscular dentistry</a> is right for you. Contact our offices today for a <a href="http://www.smileshaper.com/contact.html">free initial consultation</a>.Pattihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11888140799215159624noreply@blogger.com