will braces affect my tmj?

Question

Is it recommended that i get braces for a TMJ disorder?

Answer 1

Braces/TMJ: The simple answer is yes. One it may make your TMJ/TMD symptoms better, or two it may make them worse. I would suggest you discuss this with your Orthodontist/Dentist, before treatment so you know what to expect. If you have already started treatment, bring this up with your Doctor so you can both follow this closely.

Answer 2

No evidence: Scientific studies have supported the conclusion that orthodontics neither causes nor cures TMJ disorders. Moreover, many patients that have TMJ problems have normal bite and never had braces before.

Answer 3

Perhaps: Orthodontic treatment can contribute to or aggravate a tMJ condition. Make sure your doc is a board certified orthodontist. Many are not.

Answer 4

TMJ and Ortho: Although there is no direct correlation between Orthodontic treatment and TMJoint Dysfunction, the position of your lower jaw in relation to your upper jaw plays a role in TMJoint symptoms. As the position of your teeth effect jaw position, it follows that symptoms both long and short term can be affected. An Orthodontic specialist should be aware of & take this into account in treatment planning

Answer 5

Ice cream and Braces: Yes. Enjoy. But understand anytime you eat be prepared to brush...Yes brush 7 times a day .If you like 3 meals and 4 snacks them brush again. But eat what you like ...Just brush again. I did and i wore braces at 60y/o for 14 months. My best dr. D.

Answer 6

Retainers: Once the bite is correct and all of your teeth are straight the dentist will remove all of the brackets and adhesive that held your brackets. After you are cleaned up he will take impressions for retainers that you will wear all the time for 6 months then nightly for many years. Some offices place permanent wires behind your upper and lower 6 front teeth however makes it difficult to floss and kee.

Answer 7

Brace Removal: After completion of active orthodontic treatment, the fixed braces are removed. The excess adhesive is removed. Normally, patients are then fitted for retainers or a a bonded retainer is placed (depending on the preferance of the treating orthodontist and patient preferance).

Answer 8

Movement: They creat a force that help move the teeth in a manner than can not be achieved without them.

Answer 9

Triangular elastics: Used to affect vertical closure. Depending on orientation may also affect front-to-back change. I assume you are seeing a fully trained Orthodontic Specialist. We Orthodontists love explaining what we are doing and why. Ask your Orthodontics for the specifics applicable to your case.

Answer 10

2-3 days: It will take a few days for your lips and cheeks to get used to the feel of the braces and for your teeth to adjust to the 'pressure'. Most patients feel they can eat normally again between 2-3 days after the placement of new braces.

Answer 11

Many factors: Many factors go into the decision to proceed with orthodontic care... Your post contains no info on your oral health, your occlusion, or your treatment objectives. You can't convince your dentist to start ortho care if he does not deems it appropriate for your mouth. Have this dentist explain his/her reasoning.

Answer 12

Adult orthodontics: The first question i would ask is, "are your teeth crooked?' if they are then you are not too old to have them straightened, assuming your teeth, gums and the supporting bone are all healthy. The oldest ortho patient I have heard of was 72 and the results, according to the orthodontist , were good and the patient was pleased. Check with an orthodontist and let him guide you.

Answer 13

See an orthodontist: You do not need to be referred to an orthodontist. If you feel like your smile could improve with orthodontics than just go and see an orthodontist and seek their opinion on the matter.

Answer 14

Why?: I'm curious why you have to 'convince' your dentist to let you have braces. If your dentist feels that you do not need them or more importantly that you should not have them, there must be some reason. If we had more information we could give you a better answer to your question. Two possible reasons not to have orthodontic treatment are periodontal (gum) problems & high caries index.

Answer 15

Reason?: What reason has your dentist given you not to have orthodontic treatment? Age is no barrier. Untreated gum disease, untreated decay, or some systemic diseases can contraindicated orthodontic treatment until controlled. It may be that your dentist does braces rx but feels your problem is beyond his comfort level. I would recommend that you see an orthodontic specialist for an opinion.

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