Why Does My Jaw Hurt? Treatment for Jaw Discomfort
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- January 5, 2023
- 9:22 am
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Many conditions can lead to jaw pain. However, TMD is frequently to blame (temporomandibular joint disorder).
The jaw joint is called the temporomandibular (TM) joint. TMD describes a number of diseases that impact the jaw muscles, facial nerves, and TM joints.
Typically, jaw discomfort is accompanied by a dull aching that can be felt in the neck, next to the ears, or in the muscles that govern chewing. Chewing, biting, and yawning can all cause jaw pain. After waking up, jaw pain is very typical.
The following factors all have a role in TMD:
- Trauma or injury to the area,
- Stress,
- Unconsciously clenching or grinding the teeth,
- Misaligned teeth or a bad bite,
- poor posture,
- and lack of sleep
Most of the time, a dentist can diagnose these problems using a patient’s description of symptoms and a quick physical examination of the face and jaw.
Based on individual needs, dentists could suggest a mix of treatments.
- Relevant instruction and advice on how to manage the problem over the long run
- Using relaxation techniques
- Modifying the pain with short-term usage of anti-inflammatory drugs, cold and heat packs
- Wearing a dental sleep guard to assist preserve teeth and relax jaw muscles
Home remedies for jaw discomfort
- Eat softer,
- Less chewy foods,
- Restrict jaw opening while yawning,
- Maintain excellent posture,
- Lessen stress,
- And maintain healthy sleeping patterns.
Avoid these foods:
Avoiding the following food categories may be useful if you have headaches and jaw (TMJ) pain:
- foods like bread rolls, apples (uncut), and other items that require you to expand your mouth widely.
- foods like carrots and hard nuts that need a lot of force to bite into
- Steak is an extremely chewy cuisine that requires repeated chewing.
- continuously chewing gum or lollipop
We put a lot of pressure on these tissues since we use our jaw and jaw muscles literally hundreds of times every day while talking, yawning, and eating. By altering your diet and selecting a softer diet, you can reduce this stress and aid in the relaxation of uncomfortable TMJ/jaw muscles. Call us at 91-9737901113 if the pain is severe and you want to speak with a dentist who is skilled in treating jaw/TMJ pain.
For an accurate diagnosis and additional guidance, consult R.R. Dental n’ Maxillofacial Clinic – Jaw Joint Care Centre
