The covid-19 pandemic has been a cause of immense stress globally. Recently, health scientists have noticed a remarkable increase in the number of people experiencing teeth grinding and oral pain during the covid-19 pandemic. This can be because everyone is feeling stressed about their health, the disease, loss of work and the inability to meet one’s friends and relatives because of the lockdown.
Bruxism is the habitual teeth grinding or jaw clenching, which mainly occurs at night. This means that the person suffering from such a condition may not even be aware of this activity. Bruxism can rapidly deteriorate the tooth structure by putting undue heavy forces on the tooth structure. The friction generated by teeth grinding wears down the teeth. This may also lead to teeth sensitivity and pain. There are many dental procedures that can help you manage this chronic teeth grinding, and apart from this, measures to reduce stress are also necessary. No matter what you chose, our team of exceptional dental professionals is here to help you cure this disease.
Effects Of Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)
The temporomandibular joint is the name given to the joint located in front of the ear, the jaw joint. This joint is responsible for connecting the lower jaw to the skull. Many muscles and ligaments are attached to these bones, which facilitates the movement of the jaw in forward, backward and side to side direction. This complex anatomy of bone, muscles and ligaments is what helps in chewing, talking and swallowing. If any of these components of the joint dysfunctions, it leads to temporomandibular disorders (TMD).
The most common sign of TMD is pain and soreness near the jaw joint that is the region in front of the ear. This can also radiate to the entire jaw, face and neck. TMD can also cause headaches, especially near the temple region of the head. If you are suffering from temporomandibular disorders, you may also hear a clicking sound when you try to open or close your mouth. This clicking sound is often accompanied by pain and soreness. This pain is more pronounced when you chew or yawn.
If you happen to experience any of these symptoms, contact us at our dental clinic to consult our dentist for a thorough diagnosis and treatment. These dental anomalies can be treated and managed effectively by our excellent dentist during the covid-19 pandemic.
TREATMENT FOR TMD AT OUR DENTAL CLINIC
Various approaches can be used to treat TMD and Bruxism during the covid-19 pandemic. These approaches involve dental procedures, certain physiotherapy procedures, and a behavioural therapist’s consultation to ensure stress management.
Procedures offered at our clinic for TMD include:
NIGHT GUARDS – Nightguards are made from soft transparent biocompatible plastic material. These have to be worn at night. Nightguards prevent the upper and lower teeth from coming in contact, thus eliminating the chances of injury to teeth due to teeth grinding. Nightguards are a way to avoid further damage.
A SPORTS MOUTH APPLIANCE is helpful to manage bruxism, and TMD is patients who grit their teeth while playing sports or performing intense physical activity.
The key for complete resolution of TMD and bruxism is stress management combined with dental procedures to prevent further damage. If you are suffering from such a condition, schedule an appointment with us before it does harm. If you have any more questions, you can also contact our dental clinic, and our team of excellent dental professionals will be there to assist you.
DISCLAIMER: The advice offered is intended to be informational only and generic in nature. It is in no way offering a definitive diagnosis or specific treatment recommendations for your particular situation. Any advice offered is no substitute for proper evaluation and care by a qualified dentist.