If your recent meals have been less enjoyable because of a pain in a tooth, or discomfort and stiffness that affect your jaw, you should be concerned about your oral health. Even a relatively minor issue with dental discomfort can be difficult to ignore when you try to eat. Choosing to ignore the matter can allow it to worsen, which means you can experience more discomfort over time! Our Sheridan, WY dentist’s office has experience helping patients address problems with dental pain and sensitivity. If you have a particular tooth giving you problems, it could be an issue with a cavity that requires attention. A general discomfort that affects your jaw movement could be a sign that you need to worry about TMJ disorder.
Dental Pain Should Be A Cause For Concern
Oral health issues can be particularly concerning because they can worsen without treatment, and create new issues for you. If you have pain because of a cavity that has gone unaddressed, decay can continue to spread, which can lead to complications that could cost you your tooth! Problems with jaw pain and stiffness can worsen as you develop limited movement, struggle with headaches, or pick up a teeth grinding habit. Teeth grinding can be particularly worrisome because it can lead to wear and tear on teeth, or potentially cause your enamel to chip or crack.
Too Painful To Put Bite Pressure On A Certain Tooth? It Could Be A Cavity
Aggravating, persistent tooth pain can be a sign of an infection, something that you should not ignore. If an infection is not treated in time, bacteria that move through the roots of your tooth can cause issues in other parts of your body. You can experience so much damage from decay that your dentist has no other option but to remove the tooth. After work is done to address decay, a custom dental crown can restore the tooth so that it is safe to use when you bite and chew. Thanks to the CEREC technology you can find at our practice, we can actually produce a dental crown for you in as little as one appointment!
Addressing Aches And Pains During Jaw Movement
TMJ disorder can be linked to problems with your smile alignment, issues with awkward or unnatural bite movements, and problems with the alignment or health of your jaw joints. To deal with these matters, your dentist may recommend a custom appliance that eases tension on your joints and muscles. When worn at night, it can help you recover by gently repositioning your jaw so that you experience less tension.