FAQ.

TMJ

1. Why is there a sound when I move my jaw?

It may be caused by the disruption of the jaw joint. The disc in the jaw joint is displaced, and in this case the sound comes out when we move our jaw.

2. Can teeth grinding cause jaw diseases?

Teeth grinding can accelerate jaw and joint disease. Likewise, teeth grinding are an important cause of jaw joint disease. When such habits have been identified, precautions should be taken before starting joint or muscular disease.

3. What treatments can be applied to jaw joint disease and where should I start?

Examination of dentists specializing in jaw joint disorders is require to analyze head, neck, face and jaw joint disorders. At the first examination, questions are asked in detail and all muscles in the head-neck-face region, jaw joint and mouth are examined. Diagnosis can often be made as a result of a detailed examination, but in some cases imaging methods such as tomography can be used.

4. Holes appear near the gums of my teeth, making me aesthetically uncomfortable. What should I do?

Near the root of the teeth, the holes developing that we call abrasion are two reasons. You can either grind your teeth with a hard brush or when you sleep at night. You should give up the hard brush and go to the soft brush. If you have to grind at night, our patients often do not understand it because grinding is a deep sleeping situation. However, nearby people may notice it. If the reason is grinding, you should wear a Night Tray at night that will be done by your dentist. The holes formed at the bottom of your teeth can be restored with aesthetic fillings.