1 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:03.420 (Teeth grinding or clenching during sleep) When we grind or clench our teeth during sleep, 2 00:00:03.420 --> 00:00:05.260 (Unconscious behavior can't be controlled) it's not something we can consciously control. 3 00:00:05.260 --> 00:00:08.041 In such cases 4 00:00:08.041 --> 00:00:11.681 you can reduce tension that worsens jaw issues. 5 00:00:11.681 --> 00:00:14.400 (Aesthetic effect + Pain relief) So it's a win-win. 6 00:00:15.620 --> 00:00:17.940 Yawn. 7 00:00:17.941 --> 00:00:18.800 Ah! 8 00:00:18.800 --> 00:00:20.080 PD: Are you okay..? 9 00:00:20.080 --> 00:00:21.540 Ugh, I think my jaw’s dislocated. 10 00:00:21.540 --> 00:00:25.719 (Don’t yawn too widely, everyone) If you yawn as widely as I just did, 11 00:00:25.720 --> 00:00:27.040 you’ll be in big trouble. 12 00:00:27.040 --> 00:00:30.119 Hello, I’m Dr.Lee, pursuing the most beautiful results. 13 00:00:30.119 --> 00:00:33.700 Have you ever heard a clicking sound in your jaw 14 00:00:33.701 --> 00:00:36.701 or felt any pain in the joint? 15 00:00:36.701 --> 00:00:41.760 If you think jaw joints just wear out with age, 16 00:00:41.760 --> 00:00:45.080 and dismiss any TMJ issues, 17 00:00:45.080 --> 00:00:46.161 you should be careful. 18 00:00:46.161 --> 00:00:51.919 (TMJ Pain! Causes and Treatments) Today, I’ll explain the causes of TMJ pain and some simple treatment. 19 00:00:51.919 --> 00:00:55.200 TMJ is located right in front of your ear. 20 00:00:55.200 --> 00:00:57.181 When you talk, chew, 21 00:00:57.181 --> 00:00:59.102 or even yawn like I just did, 22 00:00:59.102 --> 00:01:00.496 (Nonstop working TMJ) we use it constantly. 23 00:01:00.496 --> 00:01:04.999 Because it hardly ever rests, it deserves special attention. 24 00:01:04.999 --> 00:01:08.103 A knee joint moves mostly in one direction 25 00:01:08.104 --> 00:01:13.110 but the jaw moves up and down, forward and back, and side to side 26 00:01:13.110 --> 00:01:17.980 (Since it's complex, it's hard to treat) Because it's such a complex joint, treatment can be really difficult. 27 00:01:17.980 --> 00:01:20.000 And if your jaw is uncomfortable 28 00:01:20.001 --> 00:01:22.161 it’s not just a matter of chewing. 29 00:01:22.162 --> 00:01:24.682 It can lead to pain throughout your body. 30 00:01:24.682 --> 00:01:28.079 You may get headaches, neck pain, or stiff shoulders 31 00:01:28.080 --> 00:01:31.160 and sometimes even tinnitus. 32 00:01:31.160 --> 00:01:34.225 Skin or muscles can heal when damaged. 33 00:01:34.225 --> 00:01:36.825 But once the TMJ disc is injured, 34 00:01:36.826 --> 00:01:39.506 it doesn’t regenerate on its own. 35 00:01:39.506 --> 00:01:42.541 If the cartilage wears out or the disc is damaged, 36 00:01:42.541 --> 00:01:46.201 it can become a lifelong, chronic issue. 37 00:01:46.201 --> 00:01:49.360 So it’s best to take precautions before it hurts. 38 00:01:49.360 --> 00:01:51.979 Shall we look at why the jaw hurts? 39 00:01:51.979 --> 00:01:53.860 The clicking sound occurs because 40 00:01:53.861 --> 00:01:56.530 there’s usually a problem with the TMJ disc. 41 00:01:56.530 --> 00:02:00.379 Inside the TMJ is a disc that cushions the joint 42 00:02:00.379 --> 00:02:03.139 and if this disc slips out of place, 43 00:02:03.140 --> 00:02:04.865 every time you open your mouth, 44 00:02:04.865 --> 00:02:06.506 you may hear a clicking sound 45 00:02:06.506 --> 00:02:09.266 and in severe cases feel pain. 46 00:02:09.266 --> 00:02:11.440 Many of you grind your teeth, right? 47 00:02:11.440 --> 00:02:12.813 The habit of clenching your teeth 48 00:02:12.813 --> 00:02:14.441 or grinding them while sleeping 49 00:02:14.441 --> 00:02:17.621 or habitually keeping them tightly clenched 50 00:02:17.621 --> 00:02:22.520 puts continuous strain on the TMJ and can cause pain. 51 00:02:22.520 --> 00:02:26.819 Lastly, there are things like poor posture or daily habits. 52 00:02:26.819 --> 00:02:28.784 Habits like resting your chin on your hand, 53 00:02:28.784 --> 00:02:31.545 chewing only on one side, 54 00:02:31.545 --> 00:02:34.865 or leaning your neck forward while looking at your phone 55 00:02:34.865 --> 00:02:39.599 can cause jaw imbalance and lead to pain. 56 00:02:40.632 --> 00:02:43.032 (Shh! Just between us!) 57 00:02:43.032 --> 00:02:46.839 So, what’s the best way to treat this kind of pain? 58 00:02:46.839 --> 00:02:49.559 First, try improving your daily habits. 59 00:02:49.559 --> 00:02:50.919 Resting your chin on your hand 60 00:02:50.919 --> 00:02:52.307 or chewing on just one side 61 00:02:52.307 --> 00:02:54.988 should be avoided and be changed. 62 00:02:54.988 --> 00:02:56.621 It's best to avoid hard or tough foods, 63 00:02:56.621 --> 00:02:59.460 like squid or peanuts. 64 00:02:59.460 --> 00:03:02.379 Be mindful of things that make you open your mouth wide, 65 00:03:02.379 --> 00:03:03.741 like biting into a big burger 66 00:03:03.741 --> 00:03:06.122 or stuffing a big wrap. 67 00:03:06.122 --> 00:03:08.042 You should also be careful. 68 00:03:08.042 --> 00:03:12.039 (Teeth grinding or clenching during sleep) When we grind or clench our teeth during sleep, 69 00:03:12.040 --> 00:03:13.948 (Unconscious behavior can't be controlled) it's not something we can consciously control. 70 00:03:13.948 --> 00:03:17.140 (In that case, Botox can help!) So, using Botox 71 00:03:17.140 --> 00:03:20.910 (Pain relief as the jaw muscles relax) can help relax the jaw muscles, ease pressure on the joint, 72 00:03:20.910 --> 00:03:22.945 and relieve pain. 73 00:03:22.945 --> 00:03:24.800 (Botox for square jaw(masseter muscle)) There's what we often call square jaw Botox. 74 00:03:24.800 --> 00:03:27.960 It's a good idea to get it regularly. 75 00:03:27.960 --> 00:03:30.259 If you clench your teeth a lot, 76 00:03:30.260 --> 00:03:31.495 the chewing muscles 77 00:03:31.495 --> 00:03:33.295 can often affect the temporalis as well, 78 00:03:33.295 --> 00:03:36.939 so getting Botox there too can help. 79 00:03:36.939 --> 00:03:38.039 If your jaw issues 80 00:03:38.040 --> 00:03:40.020 can cause you to tense your neck, 81 00:03:40.020 --> 00:03:42.699 and the sternocleidomastoid becomes overdeveloped, 82 00:03:42.700 --> 00:03:45.320 (Sternocleidomastoid Botox can help) Botox there can help 83 00:03:45.321 --> 00:03:46.965 not just for aesthetics, 84 00:03:46.965 --> 00:03:50.745 but also to reduce tension that worsens jaw issues. 85 00:03:50.745 --> 00:03:53.165 (Aesthetic effect + Pain relief) So it's a win-win. 86 00:03:53.165 --> 00:03:57.639 Hot massages can help relax the muscles. 87 00:03:57.639 --> 00:04:01.400 Other options include physical therapy, medication, 88 00:04:01.400 --> 00:04:06.420 or using a splint at night to preven teeth grinding. 89 00:04:06.420 --> 00:04:09.420 If there’s inflammation in the joint space, 90 00:04:09.421 --> 00:04:13.356 a procedure called joint lavage can help clean it out. 91 00:04:13.356 --> 00:04:15.480 Sometimes it's a dental issue. 92 00:04:15.480 --> 00:04:16.780 If you have 93 00:04:16.781 --> 00:04:19.321 a misalinged bite that causes your jaw 94 00:04:19.322 --> 00:04:20.802 to overwork, 95 00:04:20.803 --> 00:04:24.523 it might be a good idea to get orthodontic treatment. 96 00:04:24.523 --> 00:04:27.419 Today we talked about TMJ, how was it? 97 00:04:27.419 --> 00:04:29.819 Once it's damaged, 98 00:04:29.820 --> 00:04:31.420 it's hard to recover naturally, 99 00:04:31.420 --> 00:04:33.881 and it can affect your overall health. 100 00:04:33.882 --> 00:04:35.522 So it's an important joint. 101 00:04:35.522 --> 00:04:38.340 Most TMJ issues improve 102 00:04:38.341 --> 00:04:40.181 without surgery, 103 00:04:40.181 --> 00:04:44.760 (Take care of your precious jaw) so try to build good habits and avoid overusing your jaw. 104 00:04:44.760 --> 00:04:49.499 If you find this video helpful, don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications. 105 00:04:49.499 --> 00:04:51.980 Thank you for watching until the end. 106 00:04:51.980 --> 00:04:54.400 You'll all look pretty.