Headaches are often treated with medication, but if you are suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) your risks and treatment might be different. The Risks There are many correlations between headaches and TMD, and the combination of both can cause your risk for episodic tension and...
With headaches, it can be difficult to know what the root cause of your pain is.So here are three types of primary headaches that many suffer from. Migraines Many people suffer from migraines for unknown reasons. Genetics and hormones can be to blame, and women are three...
I have been asked for years to start blogging about topics that pertain to what I help patients with: orofacial pain and obstructive sleep apnea. I have constantly been dodging the requests because I was the one in school that never cared much for writing...
While there are many factors that contribute to TMJ, two of the most common are actually preventable: stress and posture. Stress Your jaw is designed like a mechanical hinge. "The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) combines a hinge action with sliding motions," MayoClinic explains. "The parts of the bones...
Jaw Popping Have you ever experienced “crepitus?" What about jaw popping? The question is, why is your jaw popping/locking and when should you be concerned? Frequency Frequency should be your first tip that something is off. If your jaw pops or clicks regularly, such as when you yawn or...
TMJ Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a condition that can cause a serious amount of pain. The headaches, jaw aches and facial pain can disrupt your everyday life, work and sleep. While searching for a dentist to help with your TMJ pain, it’s important to choose one...
TMJ Everyone has habits, good and bad. Unfortunately, some of those bad habits can result in pain if you’re suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder. Things that you’re doing unconsciously could be negatively affecting your health and quality of life. Foods to Avoid As delicious as some...
Tooth Grinding It’s midday, you’re at work, and you’re experiencing some major pain in your head and jaws. Pain killers are a temporary fix, but they wear off, distracting you from your work and maybe even sending you home early. What if the pain in your...
Sleep Apnea Memory, concentration, and mood, are three key factors a person can take steps every day to improve. Some tips to increase memory retention and improve mood include: Eat the right foods. Be sure to eat a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts, whole grains, and...
Excessive clenching of the jaw or grinding of one’s teeth is a phenomenon called bruxism. The condition can be either sleep or awake bruxism, and some believe that this is not a serious issue, but the long-term effects can cause major problems. A lot of...