How to Stop Jaw Pain (Temporarily)

You can find a home remedy for almost anything these days, and sometimes, you can find good advice. For instance, there are a few ways in which you can relieve the jaw pain and other symptoms resulting from TMJ disorder. However, like any other dental health issue, the pain will return eventually, even after the most effective home remedies. That’s because the underlying cause of the pain still exists. If you experience TMJ disorder, you may be able to mitigate your discomfort with these few tips, though we advise scheduling a dental appointment as soon as possible to address your jaw dysfunction.

Tips for Jaw and TMJ Aches

• Relax your jaw joints and muscles – While there are many different causes of TMJ disorder, most forms of it involve overly tense muscles and joints in your jaw. Try to relax them by gently massaging each side of your jaw with the tips of your fingers.
• Avoid grinding your teeth – If you have TMJ disorder, then you may also suffer from bruxism, or chronic teeth-grinding. Try to pay attention and catch yourself if you unconsciously start grinding your teeth to avoid putting even more pressure on your aching TMJs.
• Wear your oral appliance – If you’ve already been diagnosed with TMJ disorder, then you may have already been prescribed with a nighttime oral appliance to help your jaws rest more comfortably. If you experience jaw pain during the day, then try wearing the appliance for a while to help alleviate it.

Relieve Your Jaw Pain Permanently with TMJ Treatment

The pain resulting from TMJ disorder might be temporarily relieved with these or other home remedies, but the only way to cure it for good is with customized treatment for the dysfunction. To learn more, schedule a consultation by calling Modern Smile in North Hollywood, CA, today at 818-763-9353. We also proudly serve patients who live in Burbank, Toluca Lake, and all surrounding communities.