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Trismus
Trismus is a condition in which muscles spasm or contract due to infections or other conditions, that prevents opening of the mouth.
Common causes of trismus are:
- Ankylosis of the temporo mandibular joint
- Oral Submucous fibrosis
Contributing Factors
This is mainly caused due to habits like pan chewing, betel-nut chewing, smoking, eating tobacco ( Gutka) excessive spicy foods etc.,
In this there is progressive loss of elasticity of the cheeks leading to decreased mouth opening and burning sensation while eating.
The treatment of submucous fibrosis may depend on the severity and the staging of the disease. Depending on this either a conservative or a surgical approach could be planned.
How do I know?
- loss of suppleness on the inside of your cheeks
- burning sensation while eating
- decreased mouth opening
- any above mentioned habits
What should I do?
First and foremost is to go and see your oral surgeon for his advice and diagnose it .Leave the habit if any, immediately. If the condition is not severe it may not need any surgical intervention, only active physiotherapy may suffice. If the mouth opening is limited then a surgical intervention would be required to achieve the normal opening.