TMJ disorders can sometimes cause tinnitus or ringing in the ears and vertigo if they go untreated. Because of the location of the temporomandibular joint, which sits below the ears, the inner ear can become compromised and even permanently damaged.
Constant teeth grinding and clenching can lead to tooth fractures and may wear down the enamel on your teeth. You may experience jaw swelling and uneven growth of the jaw muscles, too. This can make it harder for you to get all the nutrients your body needs.
People who have untreated TMJ are more prone to sleep issues and insomnia as well, both of which can have a negative impact on various aspects of their life, from job performance to their relationships. Chronic pain can even lead to the development of diseases like anxiety and depression. Rosenfeld takes each case very seriously. TMJ disorder can interfere greatly in the lives of those who suffer from it.
This can result in even more joint damage and inflammation. It might also require you to get surgery instead of wearing an oral splint. A misaligned bite often causes TMJ disorders. Misaligned bites can also compromise your sleep. This can result in obstructive sleep apnea which is a serious sleep condition that prevents you from getting adequate oxygen at night. Instead, you will wake up repeatedly throughout the night and not get high-quality sleep.
During the day you will experience fatigue, brain fog, and more symptoms. One indicator that you have a sleep disorder is loud snoring at night.
If your bed partner notices you snoring or waking up coughing and choking throughout the night, you might also have sleep apnea in addition to TMJ. With untreated TMJ, you will experience all types of painful symptoms that can have a huge impact on your quality of life. Your frequent headaches and constant pain can cause you to call out of work more often, turn down social obligations, and spend most of your time feeling miserable in bed. Additionally, jaw pain can prevent you from enjoying your favorite foods.
Many TMJ patients show signs of premature wear and tear on the teeth, mainly from grinding the teeth and from the tendency of sufferers to favor one side of the jaw over the other. This can lead to permanent dental issues that are expensive to repair. An off-center jaw that leads to favoring one side while chewing can also create swelling on one side of the face, and unsymmetrical muscle growth over time. This can give the patient a lopsided appearance that is nearly impossible to reverse.
In addition, the pain and discomfort of chewing and eating that stems from TMJ syndrome can lead to malnourishment or even eating disorders, as patients attempt to avoid the problem by eating only soft foods, liquids, or not eating altogether.
Since the joint in question is located directly underneath the ears, many TMJ sufferers contend with pain in their ears. Eventually, TMJ disorder can lead to tinnitus or even permanently compromised hearing. Inner ear problems can also produce difficulties with balance and recurring dizziness. Similarly, vision can be compromised by untreated TMJ symptoms.
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