Along with rising incidents of anxiety and depression in the United States, dentists have also reported an increase in the number of cases of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). This begs the question for medical professionals whether there is a link between this condition and anxiety/depression...
Teeth grinding (also known as bruxism) represents a common disorder that can cause serious pain and sometimes even permanently damage a person’s teeth and jaw. According to studies, there is a strong correlation between bruxism and stress-related disorders such as anxiety and depression. Although teeth...
For patients (and their spouses) who struggle with sleep apnea or snoring, mandible advancement devices such as morning repositioners that shift the jaw forward during sleep can make a major difference in sleep quality. Having the jaw shifted forward overnight can cause its own problems,...
Suffering from headaches on a regular basis is an unpleasant experience in all cases. When these events are severe or recurring, one question people ask themselves is whether it's a headache or a migraine. Being aware of the key differences between the two conditions can...
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are responsible for opening, closing and moving your jaw. Due to the fact that they are under a lot of pressure from motions involved with chewing and talking, they can be a source of chronic pain for many people. Chronic TMJ pain...
Sleeping Position If you're dealing with temporomandibular joint disorder(TMJ), you'll be all too aware of how much your jaw can hurt after a night spent clenching your jaw and grinding your teeth. What you might not have realized is that your sleeping position could contribute to...
Some people have weird habits that become part of their normal routine, even though they don’t do them consciously. Among those habits, one unusual habit is to grind your teeth while you sleep. This “habit” is actually a condition known as bruxism. Bruxism has negative...
Halloween comes with a whirlwind of exciting activities. Groovy costumes, fun decorations, and of course, scrumptious Halloween candies. Halloween is impossible without its candies. Unfortunately, people who experience TMJ pains might not be able to engage in this festivity to full extent. However, it is...
Learn more about a little-known disease that is often linked to TMJ issues. What is Dystonia? According to the Dystonia Medical Research Foundation, “Dystonia is a neurological disorder that causes excessive, involuntary muscle contractions. These muscle contractions result in abnormal muscle movements and body postures, making it...
TMJ can affect anybody. So here are a few TMJ symptoms you can be on the lookout for. 1. Widespread Pain TMJ has been known to cause the entire face and neck area to feel tender. Eye, cheekbone, neck, and lower jaw bone pain may all be...