German Dental Shares Some Insights to TMJ Disorder and Pain Management

Dubai, September 18, 2015 (Newswire.com) - Temporomandibular Joint or TMJ is the pain in the jaws that go undetected for several years before any visible symptoms start to show and experience pain. Many physicians can detect TMJ in Dubai at its early stages, where it can be treated and prevented from being chronic in later stages of life. TMJ is a complete group of complex health issues. The Temporomandibular Joint is the most frequently used joints of the body in actions such as talking, chewing, yawning and biting. TMJ arises due to the stiffness in muscles or improper performance of the joints, leading to a plethora of other health problems such as locked jaws, bite problems, headaches and ear pain.  TMJ disorder has debilitating symptoms and patients can suffer for years with the pain.

What are the common symptoms of TMJ?

According to the dental specialist at the German Dental and Neuromuscular Clinic (GDNC) the common TMJ Symptoms include tiredness and fatigue. Also, TMJ may lead to unbearable Ear Pain and Headache. Almost, 80% of TMJ patients experience Headaches and about 50% experience ear pain. Other symptoms of TMJ include hearing sounds like crunching, clicking, grinding or popping sounds that are medically termed as crepitus. "Some patients tell us that they experience a vague sense of dizziness and imbalance in the body."

The diagnostic process of TMJ includes a complete medical and dental check-up of the patients suspected for TMJ disorders. A CT scanning is carried out to identify the bony details of the joints and to analyze the soft tissues, and a Magnetic Resonance imaging (MRI) is also carried out in certain patient. Dental X-rays are also needed to diagnose the condition.  

In addition to consulting with the dental clinic in Dubai, patients should also consult with a TMJ Specialist or a dentist experience in this area to carry out all investigations and examinations. Usually, an assessment is firstly carried out with a bite test, followed by a dental exam. However, patients should make it their priority to choose the best TMJ expert the area. 

In order to deal with the pain associated with TMJ, there are many combinations of medications that can be used, such as,

·         Anti inflammatory medicines

·         Analgesics

·         Nerve pain medications

·         Muscle relaxants

·         Antidepressants

·         Anti anxiety medications

Other types of TMJ Treatment and pain management include,

·         Acupuncture

·         Massage therapy

·         Physical therapy

·         Lifestyle changes

·         A healthy diet, daily exercise and reduced stress 

About German Dental

At GDNC, our philosophy is that dental treatment should be gentle, conservative, minimally invasive, and natural. We want you to be able and willing to take care of your teeth, without infection, have a beautiful bright smile and not have to worry about discomfort. Gentleness, good bedside manner, listening, customer service, comfort and your health are of utmost importance to us.

Contact Information

German Dental and Neuromuscular Clinic JLT 
Unit 1002 
Cluster W, Tiffany Tower, JLT 
P.O. Box: 71803, Dubai, UAE.

 P: +9714 379 47 22 
F: +9714 379 47 23

e-mail:clinic@germandent.com