{"id":297,"date":"2022-10-27T05:25:32","date_gmt":"2022-10-27T05:25:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/?p=297"},"modified":"2022-10-27T17:30:25","modified_gmt":"2022-10-27T17:30:25","slug":"what-is-the-link-between-tmj-disorder-and-sleep-apnea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/what-is-the-link-between-tmj-disorder-and-sleep-apnea\/","title":{"rendered":"What is the Link Between TMJ Disorder and Sleep Apnea?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_226370058__2___1666882865_29879.jpg\" alt=\"Man with TMJ and sleep apnea rubbing jaw in bed\" class=\"wp-image-298\" width=\"329\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_226370058__2___1666882865_29879.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_226370058__2___1666882865_29879-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/AdobeStock_226370058__2___1666882865_29879-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 329px) 100vw, 329px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you often experience facial soreness or occasionally have\ntrouble opening and closing your mouth, you might have a problem with the TMJ\n(temporomandibular joint) that connects your lower jaw to the rest of your\nskull. A TMJ disorder can occur for any number of reasons, but you might be\nsurprised to learn that in many cases, it\u2019s connected to a sleep disorder. The\nfollowing post explores the often-overlooked connection between TMJ and sleep\napnea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Exactly are TMJ Disorder and Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A TMJ disorder is characterized by pain and dysfunction in\nyour jaw joint and the muscles around it. The exact cause isn\u2019t always clear,\nbut common risk factors include arthritis, jaw injuries, chronic grinding or\nclenching of the teeth, and certain connective tissue diseases. While the\ncondition often starts mild, over time the pain can become debilitating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleep apnea, meanwhile, is a condition where your breathing\nis repeatedly interrupted while you\u2019re asleep. This usually happens because the\nairway has been blocked by relaxed muscles in the back of your throat. Whenever\nyour breathing stops, your body briefly wakes you up to restart the flow of air.\nAs a result, the quality of your sleep will suffer, and you may feel exhausted\nduring the day. Over time, sleep apnea can lead to high blood pressure and\nother dangerous health problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How are TMJ Disorder and Sleep Apnea Connected?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Studies have shown that about 43% of patients with TMJ\ndisorder also have sleeping problems, which often means sleep apnea. One reason\nfor this is the body\u2019s response to a sleep apnea episode. When breathing stops,\nthe lower jaw is pushed forward in an attempt to open up the airway. As a\nresult, the jaw is constantly being moved throughout the night, which puts excessive\nstress and tension on the jaw joints \u2013 thus resulting in a TMJ disorder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can You Treat TMJ Disorder and Sleep Apnea?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In many cases, TMJ disorder and sleep apnea can have the\nsame solution: oral appliance therapy. This involves wearing a customized oral device\nthat repositions the lower jaw. This helps keep the airway open and makes it\nless likely that you\u2019ll suffer from a sleep apnea episode. Furthermore, the\noral appliance can also help relieve some of the pressure on your TMJ, giving\nit a chance to rest and recover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your sleep dentist might suggest taking additional steps to\naddress sleep apnea and TMJ disorder. For example, stress is a common\ncontributing factor for both conditions. You might try yoga or other\nstress-relieving activities to see if it has any impact on your symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both TMJ disorder and sleep apnea can both have very serious\nconsequences if they aren\u2019t treated properly. Don\u2019t lose any time in seeking\nprofessional care if you\u2019re suffering from either of these conditions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/about-us.html\">Dr. Keane\nFedosky<\/a> has been practicing dentistry for over 20 years; he is currently a\nmember of the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine as well as the Texas\nDental Association. At Sleep Rehab Snoring, Sleep Apnea and TMJ in Plano, he\noffers solutions for patients suffering from jaw pain and sleep disorders. To\nschedule a consultation with Dr. Fedosky, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleeprehab.com\/appointment.html\">website<\/a> or call (972)\n753-3737.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you often experience facial soreness or occasionally have trouble opening and closing your mouth, you might have a problem with the TMJ (temporomandibular joint) that connects your lower jaw to the rest of your skull. 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