Temporomandibular joint TMJ syndrome has many adverse affects that can negatively impact your health. First it is necessary to explain what the syndrome is. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. TMJ disorder or TMJ syndrome is a disease that affects this joint and creates jaw pain as well as a laundry list of other symptoms. Many people, when talking about the disorder, call it merely TMJ, but his is incorrect. When talking about the disorder, TMD or TMJD is the correct thing to say.
Temporomandibular joint TMJ syndrome is not completely understood and there is some debate as to what the actual cause of TMJ disorder is. Many insurance companies argue over the cause and while doing so refuse to cover the cost of TMJ treatment. The fact that is so difficult to discern the cause of TMJ disorder makes it extremely difficult to treat. There is no single magic cure-all for TMJ disorder, it takes time to work out the problems and provide TMJ symptom relief.
Temporomandibular joint TMJ syndrome can create intense pain or merely discomfort. It can even cause TMJ migraines. Treating TMJ disorder takes knowledge and experience. A TMJ program should be developed individually for different patients, in accordance with the likely causes and responsiveness to treatments. TMJ physical therapy is the key element of a TMJ program developed by our Atlanta TMJ dentist. The TMJ exercises are designed to correct the alignment of your bite and the way your mouth opens.
If would like to lean more about Temporomandibular joint TMJ syndrome and would like to speak with our dentists in the Atlanta area, please consider visiting the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team is one of the most experienced in Atlanta with over 20 years of experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being and you are more than welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like schedule an appointment with our Atlanta TMJ dentist, call to make an appointment at 404-874-7428.