Chronic facial pain affects millions of Americans. It may be in the form of persistent headaches or earaches, or it may be in the jaw. Any of these issues may be related to the TMJ joints. TMJ disorder can bring sufferers a lot of discomfort. TMJ – the temporomandibular joints – are the muscles, ligaments, discs,…
Maybe you have had some jaw pain or a slight “popping” accompanied by some pain that occurs when you open your mouth or chew. It’s a fleeting occurrence for the most part, but what if it were more? It is estimated by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research that over 10 million Americans…
When people hear “TMJ” they usually think of clicking jaws and painful chews. However, there is more to TMJ than most understand. Patients with TMJ have common complaints of headaches, back pain, dizziness, and tinnitus (ringing of the ears), but TMD has also been linked to sleep deprivation. The relationship between sleep deprivation and TMD…
Do you suffer from constant headaches or migraines and you’re not sure why? You may want to consult a dentist to identify the cause. You may have TMJ disorder, a type of jaw inflammation. Often confused with tension headaches, TMJ disorder can take a long time to discover, so make sure you consult with your…
Are you exhausted from constant headaches or jaw pain? You may have TMJ disorder. The temporomandibular joint connects the lower jawbone to the skull. If you suspect you may have TMJ disorder, make an appointment with us right away. TMJ causes long-term tooth damage and bone loss. Symptoms include: jaw and facial pain headaches earaches…
Stress in daily life comes from a variety of sources, and we often carry that stress in our jaw. Just as the muscles in your body become tense when you’re under stress, so do your facial muscles. Repeated clenching of the jaw or teeth grinding can cause long-term dental health problems. TMJ/TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder)…
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…
Yes! When you are having problems sleeping, visiting your dentist might be the last thing you consider. But the fact is, there are a number of dental issues that might be keeping you up at night.If you are having trouble sleeping, have you ever considered that it could be If you are having trouble sleeping,…
Headaches are awful, and they can interfere with your busy life and make it difficult to get things done. There are a number of different types of headaches, including: Most Common Types of Headaches Migraine-type headaches that occur with TMJ disorder patients because of the pressure on the jaw joints. Cluster headaches that present with…
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 areas. If the inflamed sinus is near the jaw, pain in the jaw joint may result. This commonly happens with a cold or allergies. Many…
