What are the best treatment options for TMD?

There is no straightforward answer to your question but i will try my best to answer. Temporo-Mandibular Joint Disorders ( TMD) is a condition that is notoriously difficult to treat. It's causes are often difficult to determine and are multifactorial in nature. Some of the common causes are: 1. Sleep related movement disorders for eg: Bruxism 2. TMJ Disk displacement due to wear and tear or trauma 3. Arthritis of the cartilage in the TMJ It is not unusual for a general dentist to refer a patient who has TMD to a dental specialist for management of the case , due to its complex nature.

one other way to improve your TMD pain will be to get plenty of jaw rest. Jaw joints are similar to other joints in our body. Muscles, ligaments and articular disks form part of their anatomy. Jaw rest can be achieved by the following:Go on a soft diet and cut your food into small portions to allow the muscles of mastication to rest and not overwork. Sleep early at night in order to get more restful sleep. This is also to ensure you are not predispose to jaw grinding or clenching. Alternatively, you may consider Botox injection to the masseter muscles.