{"id":119,"date":"2019-04-03T14:45:13","date_gmt":"2019-04-03T14:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2019-05-03T14:46:52","modified_gmt":"2019-05-03T14:46:52","slug":"how-tmj-therapy-in-melbourne-can-restore-your-jaw-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/03\/how-tmj-therapy-in-melbourne-can-restore-your-jaw-health\/","title":{"rendered":"How TMJ Therapy in Melbourne Can Restore Your Jaw Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/03\/how-tmj-therapy-in-melbourne-can-restore-your-jaw-health\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tmj__1527958422_97277.jpg\" alt=\"older man holding jaw in pain\" class=\"wp-image-120\" width=\"308\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tmj__1527958422_97277.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tmj__1527958422_97277-300x219.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/tmj__1527958422_97277-768x562.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 308px) 100vw, 308px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div><p>Have you noticed how easy it is to move your jaw through the\ndifferent plains of motion? That&rsquo;s because its movement is controlled by a\nspecial joint complex called the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/tmj-therapy.html\">TMJ<\/a> (temporomandibular\njoint). Because of its dynamism, the joint can become inflamed and irritated,\nthough. If this happens, learn how TMJ therapy in Melbourne can help to restore\nyour normal jaw function and to prevent pain.<\/p><!--more--><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the TMJ?<\/h2><p>The TMJ is located in front of the earlobe on each side of\nyour skull, and its primary job is to open and close the jaw. However, it also\nhas the capability to move the jaw side-to-side, forward-and-back and even in\ncircles. Over time, the cartilage that supports the joint can become worn,\nwhich can lead to immobility and pain.<\/p><p>This malfunction is referred to as TMD (temporomandibular\ndisorder). There&rsquo;s a silver lining, though. The condition can be fixed with the\nexpert care of your dentist.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Symptoms of TMD<\/h2><p>Before the condition can be treated, you first need to know\nwhat the typical warning signs are. They include:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Headaches<\/li><li>Clicking and popping in the jaw<\/li><li>Jaw pain when the joint moves<\/li><li>Inability to open the jaw completely<\/li><li>Cracked or broken teeth or dental restorations<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How TMD Can be Treated<\/h2><p>The process of treating TMD first starts with a neuromuscular\nevaluation. Your dentist will use the latest computer technology, X-rays and other\ntools to assess your bite. <\/p><p>Then, he or she may implement one of the following methods:<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Occlusal\nSplints <\/strong>&ndash; An occlusal splint is an oral appliance designed to allow your\njaw to rest in its correct position while it works to relieve the stress in the\ninflamed area. <\/li><li><strong>Occlusal\nAdjustments <\/strong>&ndash; For patients with a more advanced form of TMD, there may be a\nneed for occlusal adjustments. The treatment methods can range from physical therapy\nto surgical procedures.<\/li><\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Can Do to Aid in Your Recovery<\/h2><p>It&rsquo;s been discovered that one of the possible contributors to\nTMD is untreated bruxism (teeth grinding), which can be brought on by increased\nstress. Thus, one of the indirect ways to counteract both disorders is to make\nsome lifestyle changes, which can include the incorporation of meditation, initiating\na new exercise program or practicing deep-relaxing breathing. <\/p><p>By taking these proactive steps and reaching out to your dentist\nin Melbourne to receive the care you need, you can soon recover from the jaw pain\nand regain the functionality that you desperately need. <\/p><p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p><p>For over 20 years, Dr. Beverly Rose has been a fixture in\nher community, providing no less than top-notch dental care. Throughout her\ncareer, the University of Florida College of Dentistry graduate has been steadfast\nin her efforts to positively impact as many people as she can, which is why she\nhas received postgraduate training from the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for\nAdvanced Dental Studies. Dr. Rose helps patients recover from TMD at\nExceptional Dentistry, and she can be reached for more information through her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Have you noticed how easy it is to move your jaw through the different plains of motion? That\u2019s because its movement is controlled by a special joint complex called the TMJ (temporomandibular joint). Because of its dynamism, the joint can become inflamed and irritated, though. If this happens, learn how TMJ therapy in Melbourne can help to restore your normal jaw function and to prevent pain. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/03\/how-tmj-therapy-in-melbourne-can-restore-your-jaw-health\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-119","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=119"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":121,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119\/revisions\/121"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=119"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=119"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=119"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}