Treatment of temporomandibular joint and facial muscles

Treatment of temporomandibular joint (TMJ), masticatory and other facial muscle disorders and their pathologies is a complex procedure that uses intraoral massage techniques, therapeutic extraoral massage, myofunctional therapy, mobilization and stabilization exercises, release of trigger points.

This treatment reduces the tension of the masticatory muscles, helps in cases of teeth grinding (bruxism), irregular bite, and irregular position of the tongue. Corrects posture, relaxes neck and shoulder girdle muscles. This procedure treats:

  • migraine headaches, muscle tension in the neck and head areas;
  • swallowing problems;
  • limited movements of the jaw joint, cases of trauma, clicking and crunching;
  • damage to the facial nerve;
  • lower jaw joint disorders;
  • lesions of the trigeminal nerve;
  • sleep apnea;
  • head dizziness;
  • ear congestion/pain etc.

The most common symptoms and signs of SAŽSS: pain in the face, neck or head, jaw joint noises, limited movements, stiffness in the morning, discomfort felt when chewing or swallowing food, repeated cases of sinusitis or washing eyes and ears, grinding teeth.

What are the consequences of delaying treatment?
Impaired quality of life due to difficulty in chewing and swallowing food, limited mouthing or speech articulation, changes in the aesthetic appearance of the teeth and face, and the quality of sleep may be disturbed.

Who can be treated and how to prepare for it?
Treatment can be applied to adults and children. The procedure does not require any special preparation.

During the first consultation:
Movement measurements are performed, posture, neck, shoulder and head position and their muscle condition, masticatory and facial expression muscles are assessed. The problem is identified and the most optimal treatment is prescribed.

If you experience the symptoms mentioned above, it is important to contact a specialist in the field who will assess your health and prescribe the most effective treatment method.

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