Athletic Mouth Guards and TMJ Appliances

TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, refers to a group of disorders affecting the joint that joins the jaw to the skull (temporomandibular joint, or TMJ). This disorder often results in discomfort or pain, difficulty with the jaw, earaches, and migraines. There are many causes of TMJ, including, but not limited to:

• Trauma to the jaw or TMJ
• Arthritis
• Grinding of the teeth
• Jaw clenching
• Misaligned bite
• Poor posture
• Stress
• Dislocation
• Disease or illness

There are many ways to treat TMJ, just as there are many causes and symptoms. We will discuss with you your options for TMJ treatment, including athletic mouth guards and TMJ appliances. If you are interested in learning more about TMJ and what we can do for you, please give us a call. We are happy to care for all of your dental needs.