Malocclusion, Dentistry FAQ

Understanding Jaw Clicking: Causes and Treatment Options

Sagging jawline Hello, I would like to ask a question. Every time I open my mouth wide, like when trying to eat a whole apple, there is a loud sound coming from the area near my ears, specifically behind my teeth. It feels like my jaw is about to dislocate. What could be the reas...

Dr. Zhuang Suhui Reply:
Based on your description, this appears to be a case of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. The temporomandibular joint is located just in front of and below the ear and is responsible for the movement of the mandible (lower jaw). Issues with the joint disc, surrounding muscl...

Is Orthodontic Treatment Necessary for Dental Alignment Issues?

Is correction needed? Hello Dr. Yang, I would like to ask a question for my friend. He has a tilted lower right molar that is pressing against his two lower incisors, forming a V-shape, but he does not experience any significant discomfort. He is concerned that his lower incisors...

Dr. Yang Hui Reply:
Dear Ms. Kuo, I apologize for not being able to fully understand your situation without seeing your oral condition. Therefore, I cannot make any definitive statements regarding orthodontics. As for the pressure caused by the eruption of your wisdom teeth, extraction is the solut...

Effective Treatments for Temporomandibular Joint Disorders

How to treat temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders? Hello Dr. Wu! I am a helpless patient who has been troubled by temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues for many years. My right TMJ is always tense, and sometimes there are sounds when I open and close my mouth. At its worst, I h...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello Ms. Kuo: There are many causes of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) issues, such as malocclusion or tooth loss leading to an imbalance in bite, unilateral chewing, trauma, facial muscle tension, bruxism, and even stress, anxiety, and emotional factors can contribute to TMJ pain...

Understanding Early Dental Development and Potential Orthodontic Needs

Orthodontic treatment for children? My son is currently 10 months old. He started teething at over 8 months, with two teeth coming in on the bottom. It seems that he is afraid of biting himself, as he tends to position his bottom teeth outside of his upper gums. This has led to w...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Hello, Hsiao-Min: Based on your description, it is not possible to definitively determine whether the four teeth will erupt and cause crowding. I recommend visiting a pediatric dentist for a thorough examination, and it would be best to take an X-ray to better assess the relation...

Clicking Jaw Joint: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns

The joint in front of the ear makes a popping sound when eating? In recent days, I've been experiencing a sensation of my jaw joint behind my ear feeling stuck, accompanied by sounds when I eat or wake up from sleep. Sometimes, it's difficult to chew properly, and I kee...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
Response to the physician: Subject of the issue: While eating........ Response: Your symptoms are likely due to temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which can be caused by bruxism, trauma, malocclusion, arthritis, etc. Please visit a major hospital to consult a specialist.

Can You Correct Malocclusion with Partial Dentures? Expert Insights

Do you want to correct a malocclusion? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about my situation. I want to correct my teeth due to malocclusion, but more than half of my teeth are prosthetic. Can I still undergo orthodontic treatment, or will I need surgical intervention? If it i...

Dr. Wu Jinjun Reply:
The issue of malocclusion can be categorized into skeletal and dental origins. Considering your age as an adult, if there is a mild dental malocclusion in the lower jaw, it can still be improved through orthodontic methods. However, if it is a more severe skeletal malocclusion, s...

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