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TMJ disorders - Prevention

Alternative Names

TMD; Temporomandibular joint disorders

Prevention:

Many of the home-care steps to treat TMJ problems can prevent such problems in the first place:
  • Avoid eating hard foods and chewing gum.
  • Drink plenty of water every day and get plenty of sleep.
  • Learn relaxation techniques to reduce overall stress and muscle tension.
  • Maintain good posture, especially if you work all day at a computer. Pause often to change position, rest your hands and arms, and relieve stressed muscles.
  • Use safety measures to reduce the risk of fractures and dislocations.
  • Reviewed last on: 1/24/2008
  • Michael Kapner, DDS, General and Cosmetic Dentistry, New Rochelle, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

References

American Dental Association. TMD/TMJ (temporomandibular disorders). Available at: http://www.ada.org/public/topics/tmd_tmj.asp.

Lobbezoo F. Topical review: new insights into the pathology and diagnosis of disorders of the temporomandibular joint. J Orofac Pain. 2004; 18(3): 181-191.

Simons DC, Travell JG. Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: The Trigger Point Manual. Vol. 1. Upper Half of the Body. 2nd Ed. Atlanta, GA: Emory University;1998.

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