night guard | Plaza Dental Care https://www.vallejoplazadentalcare.com Thu, 31 Aug 2017 20:18:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 If Your TMJ Disorder Is Associated with Grinding Your Teeth, You Might Want to Sleep with a Dental Guard https://www.vallejoplazadentalcare.com/if-your-tmj-disorder-is-associated-with-grinding-your-teeth-you-might-want-to-sleep-with-a-dental-guard/ Thu, 31 Aug 2017 20:18:50 +0000 https://www.vallejoplazadentalcare.com/?p=534 TMJ disorder is a broad term used to describe discomfort, inflammation, or physical dysfunction in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw. Prominent symptoms often involve a dull ache in the muscles in front of the ears or in the temples as well as discomfort when biting down. Some people with TMJ disorder also notice [...]

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]]> TMJ disorder is a broad term used to describe discomfort, inflammation, or physical dysfunction in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw. Prominent symptoms often involve a dull ache in the muscles in front of the ears or in the temples as well as discomfort when biting down. Some people with TMJ disorder also notice a clicking in one, or both, of the temporomandibular joints.

Identifying the underlying cause and contributing factors of TMJ disorder will help our experienced dentists, Dr. Sean and Dr. Sepi, to develop an effective treatment plan.

Grinding your teeth while you sleep can often cause or contribute to TMJ disorder symptoms. Even if it’s not the primary cause the tension from grinding your teeth can worsen existing temporomandibular discomfort.

If Dr. Sean and Dr. Sepi believe this is a contributing factor, they might recommend wearing a dental guard in your mouth when you sleep. This is a soft plastic mouthpiece that cushions the biting surfaces of your teeth. It also allows a little slip between the two sets of teeth to reduce some of the muscular tension.

If you live in the Vallejo, California, area and you are experiencing symptoms of TMJ disorder, we urge you to give our experienced dental team a call at 707-642-1360 to seek treatment at Plaza Dental Care. We are here for all of your oral health needs!

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]]> Protect Your Temporomandibular Joints https://www.vallejoplazadentalcare.com/protect-your-temporomandibular-joints/ Mon, 13 Feb 2017 19:53:21 +0000 https://www.vallejoplazadentalcare.com/?p=461 Temporomandibular joints, also known as TMJs, are joints that hold your jaw in place and make speech and eating possible. However, over time these ball and socket joints can wear down or become damaged, hindering your mouth’s ability to function properly. Don’t let your jaw fall into disrepair. Protect your temporomandibular joints with the following [...]

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]]> Temporomandibular joints, also known as TMJs, are joints that hold your jaw in place and make speech and eating possible. However, over time these ball and socket joints can wear down or become damaged, hindering your mouth’s ability to function properly. Don’t let your jaw fall into disrepair. Protect your temporomandibular joints with the following treatments:

– Chewing tough or hard foods can put stress on your TMJs, so avoid problematic foods and eat only softer foods.
– Avoid chewing bubble gum or biting your nails, as they can put unnecessary stress on your TMJs.
– Heat packs can be used to lessen the pain caused by TMJ disorders.
– If you are looking for treatment systems you can practice at home, meditation and biofeedback are excellent relaxation methods for jaw tension.
– Always speak with your dentist at Plaza Dental Care for treatments and instructions to protect your TMJs.
– Take any medications as prescribed by your dentist.
– Bruxism can cause TMJ disorders, so sleep with a night guard or a bite plate for protection.

If you would like to schedule a dental exam to check for TMJ disorders with Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, please contact our office at Vallejo, California. You can call us at 707-642-1360. Don’t let your oral health ruin your life, take the steps now to build a better bridge to a brighter future.

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