TMD

TMJ and Neuromuscular Services at Galleria Dental Aesthetics

Do you experience popping of the jaw joint when you eat or speak? Has your jaw locked up at night and caused pain and discomfort? Do you suffer from chronic headaches and migraines? Patients who experience these issues may be dealing with a neuromuscular condition known as TMD. What is TMD? TMD is an acronym […]

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TMJ

Our temperomandibular joint (TMJ) or any temporomandibular disorders (TMD) control our range of motion in the neck and jaw area.  The TMJ is the ball and socket which allows us to chew, talk, yawn, and controls our mouth movements. The piece of cartilage which is the buffer between the ball and socket joint in our

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How to Identify TMJ

TMJ, an abbreviation for Temporomandibular Joint disorder, is a condition in which the teeth do not properly line up, affecting your bite. Patients whose bites are misaligned may suffer a range of symptoms, many of them painful and highly disruptive to daily life. The Northern Virginia TMJ dentists at Galleria Dental Aesthetics help our TMJ

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What Causes TMD?

The causes of TMD are not always known. However, there is some evidence that this common disorder may be brought about or exacerbated by factors including: Trauma to the jaw Arthritis or disc deterioration Malocclusion Bruxism (teeth grinding) Jaw clenching Stress While the causes of TMD are not always known, symptoms such as jaw pain,

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Can Dental Crowns Fix TMD?

If your TMD symptoms are caused by an improper bite, then a dental crown may help alleviate the pain you are experiencing. When the temporomandibular joint is subjected to excessive pressure, you may experience painful TMJ/TMD symptoms like headaches and tooth pain. Damage caused by decay and trauma can cause your teeth to have uneven

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