If you’ve ever had an issue inside your mouth, you’re most likely aware of the varying degrees of pain that come with it. Mouth pain ranges anywhere from mild discomfort to feeling like your head is exploding, just from a toothache and tenderness. All Coast Dental in Pacific Beach, CA, is committed to correcting the problem in your mouth and helping you manage any pain associated with it. This includes Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS). Drs. Julie and Joseph Boulos take pride in educating patients about how to prevent future oral problems.
MPS commonly occurs in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The pain is caused by tension, fatigue, or spasms in the jaw muscles. MPS is usually triggered by bruxism, a condition where a person clenches or grinds their teeth during sleep. Nightguards are a great way to prevent bruxism and ultimately the jaw soreness that is felt in the morning. MPS is not limited to just the jaw muscles, it can occur anywhere in the body including the back and neck muscles.
Other treatments and preventions of MPS include:
- Splint guard, mouthguard, or nightguard
- Mild analgesics
- Physical therapy modalities
- Anxiolytic before bed
Are you suffering from MPS? Come in for a checkup. Drs. Julie or Joseph Boulos will assess the problem area in your mouth and get you started on a treatment plan. All Coast Dental is located at 2180 Garnet Ave., Suite 1-K, in Pacific Beach, CA 92109. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please visit allcoastdental.net or call 858-270-4904.