TMJ disorder, or temporomandibular joint disorder, isn’t as well-known as tooth decay and gum disease (the most common chronic dental health concerns). However, when it develops, the pain and discomfort can affect much more than just your teeth or gums. TMJs describe the two large joints that allow your lower jaw to move. A disorder… Read more »
Category: Bruxism/TMJ
Facts You Should Know if You Grind Your Teeth
Grinding your teeth may not seem like one of the most worrisome dental issues, but for patients with bruxism, it could be an immediate threat to the health and integrity of their teeth. Constant teeth-grinding, especially if it occurs in your sleep, can systemically wear down the surfaces of your teeth, making them weak and… Read more »
Taking a Close Look at TMJ Disorder
Jaw pain is like a toothache; it can range from mild to debilitating, and finding relief depends on treating its underlying cause. For many patients, finding relief from chronic jaw pain requires diagnosing and treating their TMJ disorder—a dysfunction with your jaw’s joints that is often the cause of jaw pain and a host of… Read more »
Could You Be Suffering from Bruxism?
Have you ever heard of the term “Bruxism?” Many people have not, which could help to explain why so many people suffer with the condition without ever knowing what it is, much less that they have issues with it. Bruxism is simply the name given to subconscious teeth grinding, an act that cause a host… Read more »
Why Does My Face Hurt When I Smile?
It is natural for your face to hurt when you’ve just spent hours smiling for photos, like on your wedding day, for instance. But, if you regularly struggle with cramping from smiling, it could be due to a dental-related issue, such as misalignment of the teeth, or even TMJ disorder. Muscle pains throughout the face… Read more »
The Reason Behind TMJ Discomfort
When you think of dental pain, a toothache might be the first thing that comes to mind. After all, sensitive teeth are among the most common symptoms of a number of different dental health issues. However, your teeth aren’t the only components of your oral health, and they aren’t the only things that can hurt… Read more »
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