{"id":122,"date":"2023-08-29T15:55:03","date_gmt":"2023-08-29T15:55:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alldentals.com\/blog\/?p=122"},"modified":"2023-08-29T15:55:04","modified_gmt":"2023-08-29T15:55:04","slug":"fixing-tmj-with-invisalign-is-it-possible","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alldentals.com\/blog\/fixing-tmj-with-invisalign-is-it-possible\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Invisalign Correct TMJ Disorder?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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TMJ disorder, which is sometimes called TMJ dysfunction, TMD, or even just TMJ, is a complex condition. It occurs when the jaw joint is injured or stressed, and it can cause a range of symptoms, including painful chewing, headaches, and more. Are you struggling with TMD? If so, you may have questions about your treatment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There is no \u201cone size fits all\u201d solution for TMD. In some cases, though, it is possible to correct TMJ disorder with Invisalign<\/a>. This blog post explains how clear aligners might be able to reduce your pain and support your jaw health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Malocclusion: A Possible Cause of TMD <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TMD can have a number of different causes, but one of the most common culprits is malocclusion (also called a misaligned bite). If your top and bottom teeth do not fit together as they should, your jaw joint has to compensate for that misalignment. The continual efforts it is forced to make can strain it and the surrounding facial muscles, leading to symptoms of TMD.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are several types of malocclusion, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n