The “Temporomandibular Joint,” more commonly referred to as the “jaw joint” or TMJ, assists in the basic opening and closing movements of the jaw. Unfortunately, this joint is a common area for recurring pain. When someone has pain, trouble chewing, or trouble opening or closing, there problem is called Temperomandibular Dysfunction or TMD for short.
There are 7 distinct diagnostic classifications of TMD pain and 57 distinct diagnostic classifications for orofacial pain. Breaking the cycle of TMD pain is sometimes difficult and requires an expert to make a correct diagnosis. Common symptoms of TMD are:
- Headaches,
- Earaches or ringing in the ears
- jaw popping or grating sounds in the joint,
- sore and painful jaw muscles,
- difficulty opening and / or closing, and
- chewing pain.
Treatments vary from prescriptions and physical therapy to surgical solutions. Treatment success depends on proper diagnosis, appropriate treatment, and close supervision and management.
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TMJ/TMD: A Painful and Confusing Issue that Requires an Expert
"Ask anyone who can’t talk or chew without pain. They will tell you that an ounce of prevention is worth a ton of cure! Common symptoms of jaw joint dysfunctions are headaches, earaches, sore and painful jaw muscles, difficulty opening or closing, and chewing pain."
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If you have jaw joint symptoms or pain, call us at 816 587-6444 for a free consultation. Please ask about testimonials from other TMJ patients we have treated.
Dr. Deyton received his training for treating TMD (TMJ) as a part of a post graduate program accredited by the American Dental Association Commission on Dental Accreditation. Dentist, Dr. Guy Deyton is located in Kansas City, Missouri (MO), and surrounding locations including Kansas City North, Riverside, Parkville, and Gladstone.