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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders are a group of medical conditions that cause the jaw joint (called the temporomandibular joint or TMJ) to be sore and painful. The TMJ connects the lower jaw, called the mandible, to the temporal bone of the skull, which is located in front of the ear on both sides of the head. The TMJ allows the jaw to move up and down and side to side. These movements are important for many functions, including talking, chewing food, and yawning.
TMJ disorders are often divided into three categories: myofascial pain, internal .... Read more |
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Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders Expert Articles |
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Conventional Treatment of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
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by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration |
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July 14, 2008 |
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In some cases, the symptoms of a TMJ disorder may go away without treatment. If they persist, most experts agree that treatment should begin with conservative, nonsurgical therapies, which may include using hot or cold packs, eating soft foods, avoiding overuse of the jaw muscles, night guards, biteplates, and/or anti-inflammatory medications.
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Causes of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
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by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration |
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July 14, 2008 |
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The cause of most TMJ disorders remains unknown. Some types of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders appear to be caused by injury to the joint from a severe blow to the jaw or arthritis.
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Prevention of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
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by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration |
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July 14, 2008 |
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Because the cause of many temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders remains unknown, there is no known method of prevention. However, because some types of TMJ disorders are associated with trauma to the jaw, individuals should take steps to reduce their risk of injuries.
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