Do you frequently experience symptoms like headaches, tooth sensitivity, and trouble sleeping? On their own, these symptoms may not feel like a significant problem, but combined with other signs, these could be an indication of a serious health problem. Your team at Pacific Hills Dental in Omaha, NE, can help evaluate your symptoms and find a helpful treatment for the disorder. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about how we can help alleviate symptoms of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) and bruxism.
Common Signs To Look Out For
TMJ dysfunction and bruxism can be hard to diagnose on your own, because in many cases you may be unaware that your symptoms are a serious concern. Bruxism is a disorder that causes patients to chronically grind their teeth. This often happens in your sleep or when you are not paying attention, which means you may not notice it. You may have sensitive teeth, toothaches, and headaches if you grind your teeth often. TMJ may have symptoms including headaches, jaw pain, and teeth grinding as well.
How Your Dentist Can Help
If you commonly have any of these symptoms or more, it could be a sign of an oral health problem that your dentist can help with. When you come in for your next appointment, your dentist can ask about your symptoms and carefully examine your smile. After evaluating your symptoms, a diagnosis can be made and treatment options can be discussed. In many cases, an oral appliance can help relieve symptoms of both TMJ and bruxism. The appliance can help patients with TMJ by allowing their jaw to rest properly at night. The appliance keeps their jaw in the correct position, which can help relieve pressure. It can also help patients with bruxism by protecting the teeth from grinding against each other at night. This oral appliance, along with restorative care, can help improve your oral health over time.
Restoring Your Smile After Treatment
These problems can lead to excessive wear and tear on your pearly whites. After treating your TMJ dysfunction or bruxism, your dentist may recommend restorations that can help repair your damaged teeth. Dental crowns, for example, may be used to repair teeth that have been worn down due to bruxism. The crowns are placed over the worn down dental structure to offer more protection and prevent damage in the future. Patients who chronically grind their teeth may also experience cavities more frequently because their enamel is weakened. We can help treat cavities with dental fillings so you can maintain a healthy smile. Dental fillings are minimally invasive and can typically be performed in less than one hour.
Call Our Team To Learn More
If you have symptoms of TMJ or bruxism, our team is here to help. Call Pacific Hills Dental in Omaha, NE, today at (402)330-2243 to schedule your appointment.
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