If you are one of the estimated 10 million Americans suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder, more commonly known as TMJ, you have probably had enough of the sore jaw muscles, sore neck, aching back, and frequent headaches. TMJ pain can make everyday activities like chewing, speaking, and even smiling uncomfortable. Although there’s no cure for… Read more »
Category: Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
TMJ Dysfunction
Do you have TMJ dysfunction? Are you wondering what TMJ is? TMJ stands for temporomanibular joints. You have a temporomanibular joint on either side of your face. By putting your fingers on each side of your face in front of your ears and opening your mouth you can feel them. They are sliding joints… Read more »
How Can Sleep Disorders Harm your Dental Health?
Sleep disorders which occur during arousals from non-REM and REM sleep are clinically referred to as parasomnias. You may not realize it, but several familiar conditions actually fall under the parasomnia umbrella. Have you ever heard of (or experienced) sleepwalking, nightmares, or irregular heart rhythms at night? These are all sleep disorders, as is bruxism… Read more »
Tackle TMJ Disorder with a Multi-Tiered Approach
When you think of the joints in your body, your mind probably goes to your knees, elbow, or hips. The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are actually among the most frequently used in the body. Without them, we couldn’t chew, talk, yawn, swallow, or sneeze. TMJ disorder is a very unpleasant experience for many patients. Fortunately, the… Read more »