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.