How to treat temporomandibular arthritis
Disease description:
I am a 23-year-old female who has recently been experiencing intermittent pain in my upper jaw, which has made me quite concerned. I consulted a doctor, who diagnosed me with maxillary arthritis. How is maxillary arthritis treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lin Yunfei
For temporomandibular arthritis, it is essential to determine whether it is bacterial arthritis or aseptic arthritis, as treatment approaches differ. In cases of bacterial arthritis, antibiotics are typically prescribed under a physician's guidance. For aseptic arthritis, oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly used under medical supervision, which not only help eliminate local aseptic inflammation but also relieve pain symptoms. Additionally, this can be combined with certain local physical therapies, such as infrared therapy, microwave therapy, or ultrashort wave therapy, to promote local blood circulation and accelerate the absorption of inflammation.
