TMD: CAUSES

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TMD: CAUSES

Research shows that there is usually more than one factor that is responsible for TMJ-related pain and dysfunction. Having successfully treated over 19,000 patients in the past 30+ years, we also know from our own clinical experience that this is true.

Because TMD can coexist with other medical conditions, diagnosis can be challenging. In addition, the underlying causes of your symptoms may not be immediately apparent. That is why it is important to consult a dentist with advanced training in orofacial and craniofacial pain, and credentials you can trust.

FACTORS THAT CAN LEAD TO TMD	There are over 40 different types of TMD. TMD can occur by itself or be part of a more complex health problem (e.g., arthritis). A comprehensive, multi-disciplinary TMD rehabilitation program is the best way to enable patients to achieve maximum improvement. TMD is often progressive. The earlier it is accurately diagnosed, the easier TMD is to treat conservatively, with non-surgical therapies.
TRAUMA (i.e., an automobile accident, a sports injury)
IMPROPER OCCLUSION (i.e., a problem with your teeth or your bite)
INFLAMMATION OF YOUR TM JOINT
GRINDING OR CLENCHING OF YOUR TEETH (i.e., bruxism which can put 2x – 3x the normal amount of pressure on your jaw joints)
NEUROMUSCULAR IMBALANCES
DISEASES (i.e, rheumatoid arthritis or degenerative osteoarthritis)
FAMILY HISTORY
DIET AND NUTRITION
PSYCHOLOGICAL FACTORS (i.e., stress, nervous habits)

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