Do You Have Jaw Pain After Root Canal? Could It Be TMJ?
If you have persistent jaw pain after getting a root canal treatment or RCT done, it is common and can be a temporary discomfort. However,
The Right Bite Sleep and TMJ Pain Care
The Right Bite Sleep and TMJ Pain Care
TMJ disorders can be caused due to many pathologies. From something as a simple as an impacted or malpositioned tooth to a post traumatic injury. Hence, treatments can also vary from holistic appliance therapy to comprehensive surgical replacement.
Again, diagnosis is the key. Fortunately, almost 90% of all internal derangement TMDs have a muscle origin. Surgery can be almost totally avoided. I categorically state that unless, there’s a fracture or fusion of the bones in the TMJ (ankylosis), avoid surgery.
If you have persistent jaw pain after getting a root canal treatment or RCT done, it is common and can be a temporary discomfort. However,
Sleep apnea is a disorder where breathing stops at regular intervals for a brief period and starts after a few seconds while asleep. This may
Experiencing jaw swelling, discomfort and extreme pain can be alarming and may hamper your daily routine like sleeping and eating.