Tremor of the jaw muscles of the mouth can be caused by idiopathic tremor and Parkinson’s disease, among others. Idiopathic tremor requires medication or surgery, while Parkinson’s disease can be treated with rehabilitation exercises.
1. Idiopathic tremor, also known as primary tremor and familial tremor, is an autosomal dominant disease, which is mainly manifested as postural tremor, which is an involuntary but rhythmic tremor of the limb muscles. The tremor usually starts in the upper limbs and may also affect the head, legs, trunk, vocal and facial muscles.
Mild tremor does not require treatment; moderate to severe tremor that affects daily life and work requires medication, such as propranolol, pramipexole, etc. Surgery can be considered for patients with severe drug-refractory disease.
2. Parkinson’s disease is generally common in middle-aged and elderly people, mainly manifested as tremor, tremor is more serious when emotional stress, and can be alleviated during sleep. Parkinson’s disease can be treated with therapeutic drugs and rehabilitation exercises to improve the symptoms. Usually pay attention to the combination of work and rest, to develop a good routine.
Oral jaw muscle tremor has other causes, it is recommended to go to the regular hospital for diagnosis and treatment.