The Benefits Of TMD/TMJ Treatments
The question before us today is, "What are the benefits of TMD/TMJ treatments?" However, to first answer the question we will first have to understand what is TMD/TMJ. "TMJ" which stands for temporomandibular joint, and is the point of which the jaw connects to the skull. Sometimes the disorder can be mislabeled as "TMJ", when it should actually be called, "TMD". Sufferers of this condition will face the following symptoms: *Pain or tenderness in the face, jaw, neck, shoulders *Problems when you try to open your mouth wide *A jaw that can be stuck open or closed *Facial tiredness *Trouble chewing or biting *Facial swelling In addition to the above, sufferers may also experience toothaches, headaches, dizziness, and tinnitus (ear ringing). Moreover, sufferers will face dietary restrictions such as softer foods, soups, and Jell-O to name a few. Because of TMD, the person may experience grinding of their teeth, inflammation of the TMJ, and...