Alterations of the dental occlusion

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) conditions involve the muscles, joints and nerves of the jaw causing facial pain.

This joint is the one that joins the lower jaw or jaw to the skull, is responsible for the opening and closing movements of the mouth.

A state of frequent anxiety, daily stress and alterations of denture position may be the origin of this disease.

 The treatment of TMJ alterations is more difficult if this is chronic, so it is advisable to go to the consultation as soon as the first symptoms are noticed.

For diagnosis, it is necessary to use radiographs of different types, analysis of the occlusion, among others. The assessment of anatomical structures (muscles, ligaments, position of the disc or interarticular meniscus) is usually necessary to complete a treatment.

Bruxism

 It is the act of clenching or grinding your teeth involuntarily, which causes tooth wear. It is unconsciously night or day without us noticing. It can occur in people of any age and sex.

What is the treatment for bruxism and TMJ disorders?

The basis of the treatment to solve bruxism and possible problems in the TMJ is focused on recovering the balance between muscles, teeth and joints, using discharge splints or occlusal deprogrammers, with them muscle relaxation is improved, and other problems derived from ATM disorder .