{"id":202,"date":"2024-08-09T00:12:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-09T00:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=202"},"modified":"2024-09-09T00:14:39","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T00:14:39","slug":"speak-clearly-with-tmj-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/09\/speak-clearly-with-tmj-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Can TMJ Disorders Affect Your Speech?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-203 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/talking-speaking-laughing-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"Three women talking and laughing\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/talking-speaking-laughing-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/talking-speaking-laughing.jpeg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you suffer from jaw pain, you\u2019re not alone. 35 million people experience symptoms of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/tmj-tmd-therapy.html\">temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders<\/a>. Recurring jaw pain can affect your quality of life negatively. Chewing, yawning, and even speaking can be difficult and painful. Thankfully, your dentist has the solutions you need to improve your jaw\u2019s functions, so you won&#8217;t think twice before talking or biting down on a hamburger.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms of TMJ Disorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A TMJ disorder occurs when the temporomandibular joints function incorrectly from damage, inflammation, or stress. Many factors can cause jaw dysfunction, which can produce a variety of symptoms, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Clicking, popping, or grating when opening or closing the mouth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mouth locking in an opened or closed position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty opening the mouth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facial pain or inflammation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>TMJ disorders can also affect other areas than just your jaw. You can also experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speech<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vision<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hearing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">TMJ Disorders and Speech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>TMJ symptoms can make it difficult to move your jaw and mouth in ways that are crucial for clear articulation and speech. Stiff or painful muscles can cause slurred speech. Restricted jaw movements or pain can make it challenging to pronounce certain sounds. In some patients, they may avoid talking because it\u2019s too painful.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>TMJ disorders can also cause ringing in the ears. The sound can be distracting, which can affect how you hear yourself speak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treating TMJ Disorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your TMJ specialist will perform several diagnostic services to understand what&#8217;s causing your jaw problems. They will create a personalized treatment plan, which may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Occlusal Adjustments:<\/strong> Your TMJ specialist can make minor adjustments to your teeth to create a balance between the upper and lower arches. This can ensure the even distribution of the force of your bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Occlusal Splints:<\/strong> Your dentist can create an occlusal splint, which is a customized orthodontic device. It\u2019s worn at night while sleeping, allowing it to slowly shift the alignment of your jaw into a more natural position. This can relieve tension and improve jaw functions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When combined with changes at home, like eating soft foods, you can get the relief you need. You can speak clearly and confidently by managing your TMJ disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. David Thomas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Thomas<\/a> earned his dental degree at the University of Pittsburgh and completed his AEGD Residency at the Maricopa Institute of Health Services Hospital. He has regularly continued his education in various specialties, including TMJ disorders. Dr. Thomas can stop your jaw pain and improve your quality of life with TMJ therapy. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seahurstparkdentistry.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">Request an appointment<\/a> through his website or call his office at (206) 717-8434.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you suffer from jaw pain, you\u2019re not alone. 35 million people experience symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Recurring jaw pain can affect your quality of life negatively. 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