Lake Country Dental |
| 8461 Boat Club Road = Fort Worth TX = 76179 = 817 236-8771 |
| Fort Worth Dentist Ray D Snider DDS and Associates Sedation Dentistry | ||||
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TMJ Disorder Treatment...
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| = | Taking a non-aspirin pain reliever or prescription medications such as muscle relaxants, analgesics, or anti-inflammatory drugs |
| = | Eating soft foods |
| = | Avoiding chewing gum |
| = | Applying moist heat or ice |
| = | Physical therapy |
| = | Teaching relaxation techniques to control muscle tension |
| = | Stress management training techniques |
| = | Posture training |
| = | Wearing bite plates to eliminate the harmful effects of clenching or grinding the teeth, and a better positioning of the jaws |
| = | Adjusting the bite, known as "occlusal equilibration" involving removing interferences when the teeth touch |
| = | Replacement of defective restorations that prevent the jaws from meeting properly |
| = | Orthodontics, to put the teeth in proper position |
| = | Surgery |
In most cases, the symptoms related to TMJ disorders can be successfully treated to reduce or eliminate your discomfort. Postponement of treatment usually results in more damage to the joint, muscles, or teeth. Be sure to discuss any questions you may have about TM symptoms and treatment plans with your dentist.
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