A few months ago I started clenching my teeth during the day intentionally to move my lower jaw forward so that my lower front teeth could touch my upper front teeth as I had an overbite problem. I have attached some pictures of my overbite problem. After clenching for a few months I experienced severe jaw pain and then I stopped clenching. However the results of clenching have heavily affected me. The shape of my face has probably changed due to muscle contraction from teeth clenching and I feel several jaw joint problems. What are the effects of excessive teeth clenching on my TM joint and how can this problem be cured.

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Clenching can strain the TM joint and facial muscles, leading to jaw pain, tension, and sometimes facial shape changes. This can be managed with rest, warm compresses, jaw exercises, and possibly a dental splint. A dentist or oral surgeon can guide further. To better understand the underlying cause and guide treatment, please go ahead with the suggested tests

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