Bellevue dentists to treat painful jaw disorders

At Bellevue, Washington Dental care, it not only meets the Spektor cavities, promotion and flossing of teeth whitening. Drs. Wendy and Michael Spektor also keeps those who are suffering as a result of a lifetime of chronic jaw pain caused by TMJ (also known as some of the TMD).

If you have a sore jaw bone, two of the most likely suspects are Myofacial pain syndrome (MPS) or Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ or TMD). Both of these conditions to concentrate on the muscles of the jaw, TMJ/TMD applies to more than just muscles.

Symptoms may include pain, inability to open your mouth wide, or at all. Chewing food is painful and ear pain is one of the symptoms are the teeth, which do not fit together correctly. The causes of these ailments may vary and include stress at work and the challenges of life.

Because TMJ/TMD and MPs are primarily muscle disorders, State-of-the-art resolution may take time. Relief may include
medication, oral exercises, or wearing oral appliance such as a bite-the protector, guardian of the night and going to bed. If medication is prescribed, NSAIDs and muscle relaxants are the most popular. In addition, many dental practices — treatment of TMJ/TMD — including our Botox helps muscles to relax. In this regard, we are in favour of conservative treatment.

First of all, you need to see a dentist but if you happen to live or work in Bellevue, Washington area, that could be a dentist Dr. Michael Spektor. Dental teams than anyone here has a dental care can Spektor to rule out more serious problems by taking x-ray images, make sure that you are not suffering from abscessed tooth or bone.

Prevention is always the best solution. To avoid such terms, you might want to:

Make a habit of Sleeping on your back at night to avoid the muscles.Use bite protector (NightGuard, or Essix retainer) to prevent clenching and grinding.Avoid opening your mouth while eating.

As always we are here to answer your questions and help you live the life you deserve. For more information about the Myofacial pain syndrome (MPS) or Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ/TMD) gives our office call at (425) 454-1322.