Tag: TMJ

TMJ Treatment from Your Pella Dentist

Many people suffer from chronic headaches, earaches, tinnitus, and neck pain and have no idea what is causing their discomfort. Perhaps you have experienced similar discomfort yourself. All of these symptoms could be related to TMJ disorder. TMJ is an abbreviation for the temporomandibular joints, which connect your jaw to your skull. When teeth grinding or clinching is… Read more »

Common Causes of Bruxism

Bruxism, or as you may call it, grinding your teeth, is more than just a bad habit–it can lead to serious pain and tooth damage. However, before you worry about the risks involved, allow Dr. Jeffrey Allen of Allen Family Dentistry to explain some of the common causes for a better understanding of what bruxism really is…. Read more »