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health1 year ago•4 min saved

Uncovering the Hidden Causes of Jaw Clicking and Teeth Grinding

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) affect 10-15% of adults, causing symptoms like jaw clicking, facial pain, and headaches. TMD can result from physical trauma, stress, or lifestyle habits, and is more common in women. Treatment options range from night guards and stress reduction techniques to Botox injections and, in severe cases, surgery. Experts advise consulting a doctor if experiencing jaw pain, but occasional jaw clicking without pain is usually not a concern.

via The Guardian|

#botox #health #jaw-pain

health-and-wellness2 years ago•3 min saved

"Self-Care Exercises for TMD Relief"

Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) can cause pain and tension in the jaw, leading to difficulty chewing, clicking or popping in the jaw, ringing in the ears, and headaches. Physical therapist Kayla Hamm recommends five exercises to prevent and alleviate TMD, including tongue up mouth opening, resisted mouth opening, seated chin tucks, SCM stretch, and seated cat cow. These exercises can help relieve pain and improve jaw mobility.

via Poosh|

#exercises #health-and-wellness #pain-relief