Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
Newbury Park, CA
Temporomandibular joint disorders, also known as TMJ or TMD, involve pain in the jaw and limitations in jaw movement. Not all of the causes of TMJ are known, but possible causes include dental procedures, arthritis, infections, genetic, hormones, stretching of the jaw, and clenching or grinding teeth.
Symptoms of TMJ include:
- An inability to open the mouth comfortably
- Clicking or popping sounds in the jaw
- Locking of the jaw while opening the mouth
- Headaches
- An uncomfortable "bite"
- Shoulder, neck and back pain
- Facial swelling
Since these symptoms can be brought on by a wide variety of ailments, it can be extremely difficult to diagnose temporomandibular joint disorders. A careful dental and medical examination is the first step towards identifying and treating this problem.
California dentist Dr. Valde practices cosmetic dentistry in Newbury Park and serves Camarillo, Point Mugu Nawc, Oxnard, Port Hueneme, Thousand Oaks, Westlake Village, Malibu, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, Calabasas, El Cajon, Simi Valley, Ventura, and Moorpark.
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