Individuals suffering from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, or TMJ, experience many symptoms such as discomfort and pain in areas surrounding the face or jaw. There are a series of remedies recommended in order to alleviate tension found in those areas. Some of these include:
- Facial exercises such as stretching, relaxing, or massaging the muscles found around the jaw
- Evading actions such as yawning, singing, or excessive chewing.
- Learning new stress relieving techniques including but not limited to: Meditation, Breathing Exercises, or Personal stress relievers.
- Formulating an exercise plan in order to increase our pain tolerance.
Dr. Lieberman highly encourages patients suffering from TMJ to follow these few techniques in order to alleviate TMJ pain and symptoms. If symptoms worsen, you are encourage to schedule an appointment immediately with our friendly staff.
For more information about TMJ and different treatment options call Dr. Lieberman on North Palm Harbor, FL at 727-785-8017 or visit www.dentist-lieberman.com.
Dr. Lieberman proudly accepts patients from Palm Harbor, Clearwater, Oldsmar, Tarpon Springs, Tampa, Eastlake, and surrounding areas.
