Acute TMJ Conditions

Question 1

what are acute TMJ conditions

Answer 1

disorders involving TMJ (dislocated or locked jaw or problems involving the muscles around the joint)

Question 2

signs and symptoms of acute TMJ conditions

Answer 2

pain
swelling
joint noises
limited mouth opening
earache
headaches

Question 3

what should you do if a patient attends your practice with a dislocated jaw

Answer 3

send patient to emergency care via NHS 24

Question 4

what treatment can be used for temporomandibular joint conditions

Answer 4

optimal analgesia, use of heat or ice packs
short course of diazepam to relax muscles
advise patient to have soft diet
consider occlusal splint or referral to specialist