TMD and Sleep Apnoea
We take great care and pride in keeping up to date with the latest technology and improvements in dental care. This means that we can extend a range of dental-related services to our clients, for which we have years of experience. Two of these areas are TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, sometimes known as TMJ) and Sleep Apnoea (apnea), two disorders that are increasingly affecting Australians.
While they can occur separately, research increasingly suggests a link between problems with the jaw, which can lead to night teeth grinding, and sleep apnoea.
Patients come from our local area and neighbouring suburbs, as we are known for our TMJ treatments at our Essendon dental clinic.
TMJ Disorder, Sleep Apnoea, Snoring & Facial Pain Treatments
If you’re dealing with TMJ Disorder, sleep apnoea, snoring or chronic facial pain, we offer a comprehensive range of treatment options. Our Melbourne clinic in Essendon provides advanced diagnostics to help manage these conditions. Your dentist will guide you through the available solutions and recommend the most effective treatment for your individual needs.
Introduction to Orofacial Treatment
TMD (TMJ disorder) Treatment
The temporomandibular joint is where the jaw joins the skull, and allows all jaw movement. TMJ problems can cause a wide range of painful symptoms, including:
- Face, jaw, cheek, ear or head pain
- Pain on yawning, opening the jaw, or chewing
- Noise or ‘clicking’ with jaw movement
- Bite problems, such as the feeling that the upper and lower teeth are not ‘biting’ properly.
TMD has many suspected causes, some of which can be treated by your dentist, such as bad malocclusion, teeth grinding, or other dental problems. A thorough dental examination is usually the first step to investigating the causes of TMD and relieving your pain.
Sleep Apnoea & Snoring
Sleep apnoea is when breathing stops during sleep, either due to an obstruction in the airway (obstructive sleep apnoea) or a problem with the signal from the brain (central sleep apnoea).
Snoring is often caused by obstructive sleep apnoea, as your body attempts to force air through a partially blocked airway. Chronic snoring is frequently joked about, but apart from the social (and marital) problems it can cause, it can indicate a more serious problem. Interrupted sleep leaves you feeling tired and worn out and can disrupt many of the body’s vital functions.
Mild to moderate sleep apnoea and snoring can be successfully treated with dental appliances that are non-invasive and inexpensive. If you are having problems with sleep apnoea, consult your FirstBite dentist to see if they might help you identify the causes of TMD and relieve your pain.
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