PEDIATRIC SLEEP DISORDERS AND TMJ TREATMENTS

What causes Pediatric Sleep Disorders and TMJ?

There are many potential causes of pediatric sleep disorders and TMD. Some of the most common causes include:

• Allergies

• Asthma

• Enlarged tonsils and adenoids

• ADHD

• Autism

• Cerebral palsy

• Down syndrome

• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)

• Stress

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Jaw injury

• Teeth grinding (bruxism)

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What treatments are available for Pediatrics Sleep Disorders and TMJ?

Treatment for pediatric sleep disorders and TMD will vary depending on the underlying cause. Some common treatments include:

• Lifestyle changes: This may include things like establishing a regular sleep schedule, creating a relaxing bedtime routine, and avoiding caffeine and sugary drinks before bed.

• Medications: Dr. Uyehara may prescribe medications to help your child sleep better or reduce pain and inflammation.

• Therapy: Dr. Uyehara may refer your child to a therapist to help them learn coping skills for stress, anxiety, and depression.

• Oral appliances: Dr. Uyehara may recommend an oral appliance, such as a mouthguard, to help prevent teeth grinding or to reposition the jaw. Day Appliances can treat your TMJ disorder and can help improve your overall health. Night Appliances can open your airway at night, relieving symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing such as snoring, upper airway resistance syndrome (UARS), and even obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

• Surgery: In rare cases, surgery may be necessary to treat a sleep disorder or TMD. 

 

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