Q. What is TMJ Syndrome?
A. TMJ Syndrome stands for Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome. The Temporomandibular Joint is the technical term for your jaw.
Q. What causes TMJ Syndrome?
A. In the majority of cases, TMJ Syndrome comes from having an incorrect bite or malocclusion. Malocclusion means that your upper and lower teeth do not close together in the correct way and are misaligned causing trauma. Misaligned teeth cannot support your facial muscles correctly during chewing and swallowing. The muscles change to accommodate your malocclusion, causing a range of debilitating symptoms.
Q. Who Suffers from TMJ Syndrome?
A. Millions of people are affected by this condition. TMJ Syndrome affect each gender differently with females suffering more pain and men suffering more damage and general wear.
Q. I am in no pain. Do I have TMJ Syndrome?
A. Although a person's teeth may appear to be straight and have no painful symptoms, it is the biting pattern of your jaws that can cause TMJ Syndrome. Although you may not be in pain now, that may change if your bite is affected further. Q. How do you treat TMJ Syndrome? A. Treatment for TMJ Dysfunction varies depending on the severity of each individual case. After consultation with Dr Moffet, he will recommend the best course of action.
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