TMJ in Los Alamitos, CA
TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joints, which serves as the hinges that connect the jawbone to the skull and are crucial for chewing. In some patients, disorders can arise that cause discomfort, pain, tooth sensitivity, tooth breakage, limited range of motion, difficulty chewing and opening the mouth, burning in the mouth, unexplained headaches, and other symptoms. The cause for these disorders are not completely identifiable, but sometimes TMJ disorders can result from trauma, constant grinding or clenching of the jaw, or illness such as arthritis. Depending on the cause and extent of the condition, our Beachwood Dental team can offer our Los Alamitos, CA patients a number of different treatment options. We will examine each patient and rule out other conditions. Some solutions we may offer can consist of prescription medications, reconstructive surgery, mouth guards, or orthodontia.
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