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Your temporomandibular joint, also called TMJ, connects your jawbone to your skull and performs a very important function in chewing and speaking. It is also a unique joint that moves as a sliding hinge, unlike any other joint in your body. Because of its unique characteristics, the TMJ can move out of alignment and become inflamed. TMJ inflammation can cause all kinds of other problems like headaches and facial pain that can be severe. There is help for your problems from dentist Yenba Sing, DMD in San Carlos, CA.
Dr. Sing wants you to know some of the common signs and symptoms of TMJ problems, such as:
If you continue to have symptoms or your symptoms become more severe, Dr. Sing is here to help with several professional treatments for TMJ. She may prescribe muscle relaxants, sedatives or pain medications in addition to these treatments:
In some extreme cases, surgery may be needed to obtain relief. Many surgical treatments can be performed arthroscopically, which is much less invasive than conventional surgery. Ideally, TMJ problems should be treated before they become severe enough to need surgery.
You don’t have to suffer- get some relief with TMJ treatment ! Call Yenba Sing, DMD in San Carlos, CA today at (650) 508-0903 !
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