{"id":53,"date":"2014-12-16T22:08:05","date_gmt":"2014-12-16T22:08:05","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/?p=53"},"modified":"2016-05-19T15:46:47","modified_gmt":"2016-05-19T15:46:47","slug":"tmj-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drnaikdental.com\/blog\/tmj-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Find Real Relief from Migraines & Jaw Pain with TMJ Therapy in Flint, MI"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"178901519\"<\/a>Do you often awaken in the morning with a splitting headache? Perhaps you suffer from persistent pain in your jaw, face, neck, and shoulders. Though you may not be aware of it, you may be affected by a condition known as temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ dysfunction<\/strong>. This condition is responsible for a variety of unpleasant symptoms, and it can lead to lasting damage to the joints that allow your jaw to move freely. At the Flint, MI<\/a> dental practice<\/a> of Dr. Chitra P. Naik<\/a>, we offer a wide selection of preventive dentistry<\/a> solutions, including TMJ therapy. <\/strong><\/p>\n

How Do I Know if I Need TMJ Therapy?<\/strong><\/p>\n

TMJ disorder <\/strong>is characterized by the repetitive, subconscious clenching of the jaws. It may be accompanied by bruxism, or teeth grinding. The muscles, nerves, and cartilage discs of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) grow irritated and damaged over time due to the constant pressure exerted by the jaw.<\/p>\n

A one-on-one consultation with Dr. Naik <\/strong>will determine the underlying cause of your pain, marking the beginning of a journey toward improved comfort and oral health. While this careful evaluation is the only way to definitively diagnose TMJ disorder, <\/strong>there are some common symptoms that you can keep an eye out for at home. Patients suffering from TMJ disorder <\/strong>typically report experiencing one or more of the following symptoms on a regular basis:<\/p>\n