Stittsville Dentists Encourage Tmj Patients To Cut Stress Levels

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KANATA, ONTARIO- It’s not exactly a medical breakthrough that stress is terrible for health. Increased levels of anxiety and worry can be revealed in nearly every part of the body, not excluding the jaw bone and neck muscles. Kanata dentists Dr. Bartos and Dr. Northcott at Trillium Dental realize the key role stress plays in the development of agonizing TMJ disorders, and offer easy tips to help lessen the effects of this painful condition.

The joint bone meets the skull at what is referred to medically as the Tempomandibular joint. When strained out of alignment, this joint (known as TMJ) induces painful side effects, like aches in the jaw, neck, ear and head, difficulty speaking or chewing, and popping or clicking sounds when opening the mouth. TMJ disorders can prove to be debilitating for victims because of the important role they play in many daily actions.

Stress-triggered teeth grinding is quite possibly the most common source of TMJ disorders. A day filled with anxiety often leads to nighttime teeth clenching, forcing significant amounts of pressure on the jaw bone and TMJ. The frequent occurrence of ...
... teeth grinding is labeled as Bruxism, which can also result in damaged teeth surfaces requiring dental implants, crowns or bridges to correct.

A TMJ disorder can torment sufferers by restraining jaw movement and causing severe headaches, but surprisingly easy fixes to the condition exist. Quit stressing! Search for ways to cut stress levels, such as taking a warm shower, reading a book or doing yoga. If such remedies fail to work, address the muscle itself. Teach the jaw to relax by placing a warm rag on the cheek before going to bed, or position the tongue between teeth should the jaw begin to tighten.

While victims of TMJ disorders can lessen their side effects by performing daily stress reducing practices, many cases require professional treatment to fix. Residents of Ottawa can rely on Trillium Dental to administer advanced and trusted methods to eliminate TMJ discomfort.

Known in the dental community as “malocclusions,” Dr. Bartos and Dr. Northcott begin the treatment process by relaxing patient’s facial muscles. By observing the position of the jaw bone when the face is completely at ease, the dentists at Trillium can identify its optimal location. Facial muscles are soothed with a “TENS” (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator) unit, which painlessly and non-invasively relaxes the jaw by removing lactic acid from muscles.

The next step is to take measurements of the jaw and its shifts with the gentle Myotronics K7 system. After Dr. Bartos or Dr. Northcott assess the jaw bone and find its optimal position, a custom-created orthotic is given to the patient. The orthotic will steadily adjust the bite back into an ideal location, progressively lessening or eliminating the pain brought on by malocclusion. Patients seeking relief from TMJ discomfort should realize the disorder must be corrected slowly. If rushed, the jaw can incur permanent damage.

Neuromuscular and general dentists Dr. Bartos and Dr. Northcott are also highly skilled cosmetic professionals. At Trillium Dental, patients can experience comprehensive dental care, like Invisalign, cleaning, dental implants, porcelain veneers and teeth whitening in Orleans and surrounding communities.

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To learn more about Trillium Dental, a family dentistry in Stittsville, or knowing more services like Stittsville teeth whitening or Invisalign visit http://www.trilliumdental.ca/ or contact their corporate office at 613-595-1360.

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The experienced staff at Trillium Dental offers comprehensive dental care in each of its six offices across greater Ottawa. Doctors treat patients through cutting-edge technology in a modern, comfortable setting.

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