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Understanding tmj problem
I had started diagnosing my tmj disorder problem by a neuromuscular dentist....The cause of tmd was excessive teeth clenching because of misaligned teeth... My treatment was 1)splint therapy, 2)orthodontic correction... Now I can chew better, talk better but I am not totally normal now, as my bite and facial symmetry is not like before probably because of tight jaw or cheek muscles... And also I have neck and back problem with tight muscles...How much damage can occur due to excessive teeth clenching? And how can I understand the present condition of my tmj problem by observing myself? Please say some exercise for my condition.... Please help and clear my doubts...
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Hello, excessive teeth clenching affects both the teeth and the associated muscles.
Teeth surface start to wear out after prolonged clenching and associated muscles go in a state of excessive load...
The first step is to get the bite restored so that the clenching can be reduced,as the Ortho treatment is over it will gradually reduce with time.
Next Steps
Keep using a soft night guard for atleast 8-10 months.
Health Tips
visit your dentist regularly
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Usually splints doesnt cause facial assymetries.
And regarding muscle tension, they are designed to reduce it and not otherway round!
Consult orthopedic as well for your neck issues.
Hope that helps
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Things always take time....
The cause for the disorder ( clenching and misaligned tooth) are now sorted.
Gradually you will get used to it. Initially you definitely will face discomfort. Avoid clenching of teeth.
Next Steps
do mild exercises.... again very gently.
keep a watch on yourself
Health Tips
visit Ur dentist every 3 months for a checkup. This will help a lot in diagnosis and maintainance treatment.
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Firstly u need to try and correct the habit of excessive teeth clenching.
This can cause severe tmj problems.
U can have Tab Flexon MR twice a day for 5days.
This will cause slight easening of ur jaws and will also reduce any pain of neck or tmj.
Next Steps
Try to slowly open and close ur jaws by supporting ur tmj with ur hand.
Opening and closing exercises can be done 5- 8 times thrice a day.
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