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TMJ Treatment - Englewood, NJ

If you often wake up with an aching jaw or experience chronic migraines, you may have TMJ.

Do you often awaken in the morning with an aching jaw?

You might just have Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ), which is a condition that affects the joint of the jawbone. At Dumont Dentist, Dr. Herbert Schneider and Dr. Rachel Jacobs can perform an evaluation to determine if you may have TMJ. From that point, we may be able to offer dental solutions, such as night guards, to help make sleeping more comfortable and reduce the chance of long-term problems related to this common condition.

Up to 12% of the population will be affected by jaw pain.

Among these, approximately 15% will develop chronic TMJD.

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TMJ Is Not Just Painful – It Can Wear Down Your Teeth

Many people who suffer from TMJ adopt a habit called bruxism. This is a complex word that is used to describe the behavior known as tooth grinding. Not all men, women and children who grind their teeth have TMJ, but it is usually best to have your dental provider do a complete examination.

Without intervention, your bruxism can lead to the unnatural wear and tear of the enamel on your teeth. Once the enamel is worn down, bacteria have a better chance of multiplying. This usually leads to cavities (caries) and other issues such as periodontal disease, cracked teeth and loose teeth. The solution is to get a full evaluation from our doctors.

"Dr. Schneider is gentle and has a great chair-side manner. I know I am getting great care. That's why I make the trip all the way from Manhattan!"

-Adam C.

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Why TMJ Causes So Many Problems

TMJ does not just cause dental problems; in fact, this condition can cause a wealth of issues affecting different parts of an individual’s life. For instance, those with TMJ are more likely to:

Grind their teeth, especially during sleep
Wake in the morning with headaches & jaw pain
Suffer from chronic headaches during the day
Have trouble getting a restful night’s sleep
Feels like their jaw “locks” in place when opening
Hear clicking sounds when the jaw moves
Suffer from a misaligned bite and poor tooth health due to increased incidence of cavities

TMJ can be corrected or, at the very least, managed. Lifestyle changes, such as not taking large bites when eating, can help. So can certain dental devices, including specially-created mouth guards worn at night. These guards help keep the jaw from clenching or closing tightly, allowing the TMJ sufferer to sleep comfortably without tooth grinding.