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If you have been suffering from the pain in your jaw for quite some time, then you surely will want to know how to get rid of jaw pain naturally. The good news is that a lot of people have already tried many different types of remedies and they have all found some kind of relief but not always lasting.
There are many things that are going on in your body when you have jaw pain. For instance, if you are constantly chewing on your nails then there is no doubt that it is causing some kind of problem to the bones and muscles. This is where your dentist can help you with their treatment plan for your condition.
When it comes to the dentists there are certain types of treatments that they will perform on your teeth if they are badly damaged. These treatments have been known to reduce the amount of pain that you feel as well.
There are some other methods of getting rid of jaw pain that are more extreme. You may want to consider having a full mouth reconstruction done in order to fix some of the damage that has been done to your jaw.
An ice pack is also a great way to reduce some of the inflammation that is going on in your face as well. However, if you are not sure about what is causing your pain, then you may want to talk with your doctor about your condition and find out what he or she thinks that it is.
One common cause of jaw pain is TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorder. This can cause jaw pain, neck pain, facial pain, migraines and more if left untreated.
Who Do I See for Jaw Pain?
There are many places where you can find doctors who will be able to diagnose and treat your condition, but a good place to start is either with your dentist with an emphasis in craniofacial and TMJ work. These kinds of doctors deal almost entirely with jaw pain and can diagnose, treat, and, if necessary, perform needed surgeries.
Your doctor may want to run a number of tests, such as photographs, x-rays, joint vibrational analysis, and jaw tracking. These can help determine the cause and necessary treatment of your jaw pain.
An X-ray of the jaw bone may help to determine if there is an infection or whether or not you have a broken bone. Some people with osteoarthritis will show evidence of bone loss on an X-ray.
If you have difficulty eating, your doctor will most likely want to test your mouth to see if there is some sort of damage or issue causing the trouble. They will also want to know the symptoms that are associated with your trouble eating and the time that it happens.
