Everyday aggravators cause many Lone Tree people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. For example, daily commuting in Lone Tree can take a physical toll. All the traffic, noise, and perpetual road construction causes some people to grind their teeth as they navigate the sea of cars.
Some Lone Tree folks who hate waiting in long lines channel their frustration to their jaw as they try, by the sheer force of will, to cause the line to move faster.
Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can cause a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. In Lone Tree, TMD is often mistakenly called ‘TMJ‘: the acronym for Temporomandibular Joint.
Your jaw is able to open and close thanks to many jaw muscles and the intricate temporomandibular joints. These joints allow for fluid mobility as you chew, speak, and yawn.
Damage to these joints can lead to chronic pain in the jaw, head, face and neck. Pain may be experienced on one or both sides of the jaw.
TMD is an often misdiagnosed condition in Lone Tree because facial pain can result from a variety of things, not just damage to the temporomandibular joints. Sinus infections, tooth decay, and facial inuries can cause jaw pain. A correct diagnosis is necessary for treating TMD.
At Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry we have been diagnosing and treating TMD since 1977. If you are experiencing clicking, popping, or discomfort in your jaw, call Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry today for a diagnosis and treatment plan.
Drs. Almeida & Bell enjoy providing high quality dentistry to the residents of Lone Tree and the surrounding communities.
Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry not only treats TMD, but we redesign smiles with state-of-the-art dental treatments. We offer cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, and dental implants.
Your smile is contagious! Make sure it is healthy and beautiful. Call Almeida & Bell Cosmetic, Implant & Sedation Dentistry today to schedule a consultation or examination: 303-858-9000.
