There are no two ways about it: Stress has a negative impact on our bodies. From problems such as depression to high blood pressure, stress makes our bodies at risk for disease. But what about the impact stress has on our smiles? You might be surprised to learn that there are dental problems that are…
Are you one of the many Brentwood TMJ sufferers? If you are affected by Temporomandibular joint or TMJ disorder, you know how the pain and discomfort can affect your life. Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions TMJ treatment in the Nashville area has helped countless Brentwood TMJ patients manage their TMJ disorder. The Temporomandibular or jaw…
Hello, I’m Our Dentist. At my Brentwood practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Brentwood men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be exacerbated…
Here is the Sleep Apnea and TMJ Solutions guide to treating teeth grinding. Understand Most teeth grinding will occur while sleeping. Consistent teeth grinding might be suspected with a sore jaw and dull headache in the mornings. Anxiety or stress are not the only reasons grinding may appear. It can also be related to an…
Doctors have been telling us for years that stress can increase the risk of everything from high blood pressure to depression. But how often do we think about how stress influences our smile? Here are some dental problems linked to stress. Canker and Cold Sores Cold sores are a symptom of the herpes simplex virus. Scientists…
Hi. I’m Our Dentist, and today in our sleep blog, I want to look at some of the conditions that may result in jaw pain. Jaw pain may be caused by sinusitis. Sinusitis is the inflammation of the tissues that line your sinuses, and when these tissues are inflamed, the sinuses exert pressure on surrounding…
Everyday troubles cause some Brentwood people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. For example, daily commutingcan take a physical toll. All the traffic, noise, and perpetual road construction causes some people to grind their teeth as they navigate the sea of cars on packed freeways. Some Brentwood residents who hate waiting in long…
