When we think of wisdom teeth, often the first thing we think of is removing them. That’s because a large portion of the population gets their wisdom teeth, or third molars, removed before they even erupt through the gums. Those who don’t get them removed prior to their eruption will often have them removed later. …
A temporomandibular disorder (TMD) can be a painful and sometimes confusing condition. Its symptoms, like jaw pain and stiffness, headache, and jaw popping may come and go, or get better and worse, without warning. New symptoms may develop and old ones go away. This makes it a difficult condition to diagnose and to manage, especially …
We’ve all heard someone say their head hurts, and most everyone has experienced a headache at least once in their lives. Facial pain, however, is different. When your face hurts, you may have no idea what caused it — but it can be so severe that it brings your life to a screeching halt. If …
Quality sleep is critical to overall health. While many people think they can get by on just 4 or 5 hours when they’re busy, this is a critical mistake that affects your health in many ways. Long-term sleep deprivation leads to a host of health problems including diabetes, heart disease, and weight problems. As if …
The sinuses have an important job. They are lined with mucus that traps bacteria in the air before it enters the lungs. They also help humidify and filter the air we breathe. But despite their importance, the humble sinuses often don’t get noticed unless they become inflamed, swollen, or infected. This often happens because …
Is it TMD or Trigeminal Neuralgia? Headaches, facial pain and jaw pain are often telltale signs of a problem with your jaw joint, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ). A disorder of the TMJ characterized by swelling and inflammation is commonly called a temporomandibular disorder, or TMD. TMD isn’t the only condition that can cause ongoing jaw or facial pain, however. Another …
Addressing the Painful Symptoms of TMD There’s no doubt that TMJ problems lead to pain. Nearly all of our patients come to us with pain of some kind. But a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is a complex issue and as such, can lead to all sorts of pain that manifests differently in each person. While “jaw pain” …
Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) works hard each day to help you talk, eat, drink, and even breathe. And, most of us don’t think about this critical joint unless it starts to cause issues. The daily wear and tear on the TMJ can cause not only irritation, but misalignment as well. The TMJ is a ball-and-socket …
People who have a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) are used to certain problems. Soreness in the jaw, headaches, and back, neck, and ear pain are just a few of the issues we see in our TMD patients every day. Sadly, many of them put up with these painful TMD symptoms for years before they are given a correct …
Your teeth are a valuable asset. Not only do they make up your smile and facial features, but you need them for eating, talking, and daily life. For this reason, it’s important to protect your teeth when participating in an activity where the teeth could be damaged, such as contact sports. Thankfully, athletic mouth guards …
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