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  • Home
  • About
    • Our Mission
    • About Our Practice
    • Matthew J. Lanz, DMD, DICOI
    • Roy G. Lanz, DMD
    • Carolyn Molzahn, DDS
    • Our Staff
    • FAQs
  • Dental Care
    • Family Dentistry
    • Implant Dentistry
    • ClearCorrect
    • Cosmetic Dentistry
    • Periodontal Treatment
    • Whitening
    • Other Services >
      • Composite Fillings
      • Crowns & Veneers
      • Dentures
      • Emergency Care
      • Extractions
      • Jaw / TMJ
      • Night Guards
      • Oral Cancer Screening
      • Root Canal Therapy
      • Scaling and Root Planing
      • Sealants
      • Sedation Dentistry
      • Snoring and Sleep Apnea
  • Patient Corner
    • First Visit
    • About Insurance
    • Patient Forms
    • Patient Reviews
    • Post a Review
    • Patient Corner Blog
    • Join the Patient Corner
  • Online Bill Payment
  • Contact Us
    • Schedule Appointment
    • General Inquiry
    • Office Hours
    • Map & Directions

Jaw / TMJ

People who grind their teeth can sometimes develop a serious problem with their jaw, which left untreated, can adversely affect the teeth, gums and bone structures of the mouth. One of the most common jaw disorders is related to a problem with the temporomandibular joint, the joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull, and allows your upper and lower jaw to open and close and facilitates chewing and speaking. 
People with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) often have a clicking or popping sound when opening and closing their mouths.
People with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) often have a clicking or popping sound when opening and closing their mouths. Such disorders are often accompanied by frequent headaches, neck aches, and in some cases, tooth sensitivity. 
Some treatments for TMD include muscle relaxants, aspirin, biofeedback, or wearing a small plastic appliance in the mouth during sleep.

Minor cases of TMD involve discomfort or pain in the jaw muscles. More serious conditions involve improperly aligned joints or dislocated jaws. The most extreme form of TMD involves an arthritic condition of the jaw joint. Traumatic injuries also can cause jaw dislocation. In these cases, jaw surgery, may be required to correct the condition. Some jaw surgery can be performed arthroscopically.

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JAW / TMJ
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ORAL CANCER SCREENING
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ROOT CANAL THERAPY
SCALING & ROOT PLANING
SEALANTS
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