Keep Your Jaw Healthy! š¦·š
Does your jaw sometimes ache, click, or feel stiff? That might be a TMJ problem. TMJ is the joint that moves your jaw. It helps you chew, talk, and yawn.
Donāt worry! There are easy ways to keep your healthy jaw.
1ļøā£ Learn About Your TMJ š§
TMJ = temporomandibular joint.
It connects your jaw to your skull.
Sometimes your jaw can hurt because of:
- Grinding teeth at night š¬
- Clenching your jaw
- Feeling stressed š°
- Getting hurt in your jaw
Learn more from the American Dental Association.
2ļøā£ Easy Healthy Jaw Exercises šļøāāļø
- Open and close slowly: 5ā10 times.
- Move side to side: Left and right gently.
- Relax your jaw: Put your tongue on the roof of your mouth and let your jaw hang loose.
These exercises can make your jaw less stiff and less sore.
3ļøā£ Avoid Jaw Stress š«
- Donāt chew gum too much if u want a healthy jaw
- Donāt bite nails or pencils āļø
- Relax your jaw when it feels tight
Read more about preventing jaw stress on WebMD.
4ļøā£ See Your Dentist š¦·š©āāļø
If your jaw clicks, locks, or hurts a lot, see a dentist.
At My Dental Club TT, we can:
- Check your bite
- Give you exercises or a special splint
- Help you feel better
Early help can stop problems from getting worse.
Quick Tips for a Healthy Jaw ā
- Relax your jaw often
- Avoid hard or chewy foods if it hurts
- Use ice packs or warm packs for pain
- Visit your dentist regularly
A healthy jaw helps you eat, talk, and smile comfortably every day!
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