{"id":78,"date":"2022-10-17T16:31:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-17T16:31:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.magnoliashoresfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=78"},"modified":"2022-11-17T16:35:16","modified_gmt":"2022-11-17T16:35:16","slug":"tmj-disorder-what-not-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.magnoliashoresfamilydental.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/17\/tmj-disorder-what-not-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Things Not to Do If You Have a TMJ Disorder"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.magnoliashoresfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_181522245-1.jpeg\" alt=\"Older man rubbing jaw due to TMJ pain\" class=\"wp-image-79\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The pain from a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnoliashoresfamilydental.com\/tmj-tmd-therapy.html\">TMJ disorder<\/a> often starts relatively mild, but it can get much worse over time if you\u2019re not careful. You\u2019ll want to see your dentist as soon as possible to see what treatment options they offer that can help you find relief. In the meantime, though, you\u2019ll want to avoid any habits or actions that could aggravate your condition. Here are 6 things you shouldn\u2019t do when you have a TMJ disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Chewing Gum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oftentimes, problems with the TMJ are a result of the joint being overworked. As such, any excessive chewing needs to be avoided at all costs. Stay away from gum for the time being to give the muscles and joints in your jaw a chance to rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Eating Hard Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Biting into an apple or other kinds of hard foods can put a lot of stress on your jaw, which makes it harder to recover from a TMJ disorder. Try to stick to soft foods that require little to no chewing so that your jaw has time to heal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Non-Functional Biting and Chewing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you ever chew on your pen while writing? Are you in the habit of biting your fingernails while resting? Habits like these can put extra stress on your TMJ, so take the initiative in stopping unnecessary chewing and biting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Resting on Your Chin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resting your chin on your hand might seem harmless, but over time the pressure can move the disc in your jaw joint out of place, which can lead to further TMJ problems. Try to be aware of when you put your jaw in your hands and take whatever steps you need to to stop the habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Chewing with Just One Side of Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Some people are used to chewing with only one side of their mouth. This ends up putting an excessive amount of strain on one side of the TMJ. Retrain yourself to chew with both sides of your mouth whenever possible. If you have a toothache that\u2019s making it difficult to chew in a particular area, call your dentist immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Clenching and Grinding Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Habitual clenching and grinding of the teeth is one of the leading contributing factors for TMJ disorder. It usually happens while you\u2019re asleep and don\u2019t have conscious control over your jaw; as such, your dentist might recommend wearing a mouthguard to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, TMJ disorder is not a condition that you have to force yourself to live with. It can be treated, but you need to be proactive about taking better care of your jaw. Talk to your dentist today to see if they have any other suggestions for managing your TMJ symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Tristan J. Parry earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Ohio State University. He is one of only 14 general dentists in North Carolina who has graduated from the prestigious Kois Center in Seattle. At Magnolia Shores Family Dental in Summerfield, he offers equilibration, occlusal splints, and BOTOX\u00ae to help patients find relief from their TMJ disorders. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Parry, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.magnoliashoresfamilydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (336) 728-6153.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The pain from a TMJ disorder often starts relatively mild, but it can get much worse over time if you\u2019re not careful. 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