Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder may involve the bones, muscles, and nerves and cause severe pain in jaw, ear, face, and head and neck. Early detection can be helpful. TMJ screening is part of your dental exam and totally free in Heyday Dental. Your dentist will provide professional advice if she notices signs of TMD.
Just like TMJ Screening, oral cancer screening will be performed during each dental exam visit. Your dentist will strictly follow the guidelines of the visual and physical exam. Do not gamble with your life. Come to see us xxx-xxx-xxxx. We will reassure you that there are no apparent problems, or trigger early treatment if there are.
Your doctor may palpate your jaw to see if there is swelling or tenderness. If you experience symptoms of a TMJ disorder, such as pain, locking, popping, or clicking, please let your dentist know.
To list a few common causes of temporomandibular joint disorder:
The common treatments of TMD include:
Your dentist will advise the most appropriate treatment for your case.
Most oral cancers are related to tobacco use, heavy alcohol use (or both), or infection by the human papillomavirus (HPV).
Oral cancer most often occurs in people over the age of 40, although it can develop in people of any age. Poor oral hygiene, Lack of dental care, and not following regular oral hygiene practices may cause an increased risk of oral cavity cancer.
During an oral cancer screening exam, your dentist checks inside of your mouth for red or white patches or mouth sores. Your dentist also feels the tissues in your mouth to check for lumps or other abnormalities using gloved hands. The dentist may also examine your throat and neck for lumps.