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Do Night Guards / Mouthguards Prevent TMJ Problems?

Do Night Guards / Mouthguards Prevent TMJ Problems?

Teeth grinding and clenching is a common habit known by dentists and doctors as bruxism. Bruxism can occur when awake or asleep. However, it is more common to grind and clench while asleep. Unfortunately, you have no control over bruxism while you are asleep. Brux habits can cause serious jaw pain, TMJ headaches and destruction of teeth.  Bruxism requires interventions to reduce its long-term effects.

September 25, 2021
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High Protein Soft Foods to Ease Jaw Pain

High Protein Soft Foods to Ease Jaw Pain

Eating well is extremely important when it comes to your health and well-being. The Mediterranean diet and the concepts in the award winning book Beyond The Mediterranean Diet, which combines the DASH diet and the Mediterranean diet rank the best overall diets for longevity and health. These diets are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants; and provide the right balance of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Jaw problems and TMJ jaw pain cause inflammation around the jaw. Fresh fruits and vegetables are known to have anti-inflammatory effects. 

September 04, 2021
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Best Ways To Manage TMJ Jaw Pain

Best Ways To Manage TMJ Jaw Pain

Jaw problems related to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) are referred to as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) or TMJ disorders.  The skull and the lower jaw connect at the TMJ. Jaw pain and discomfort radiating from the TMJ and surrounding jaw muscles can trigger headaches, ringing in the ears, neck pain, and painful clicking and popping in the jaw. Symptoms may not be long-lasting for some people, but for others the pain and discomfort caused by simple facial movements can be excruciating. Constant jaw clenching and teeth grinding can make the pain worse.

August 18, 2021
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How to Find a TMJ Specialist

How to Find a TMJ Specialist

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (known as TMJ disorder or TMD) is a widespread and complex disorder that affects at least 1 out of 12 people in the United States, which equates to about 35 million people. This statistic is low since there are countless undiagnosed cases of TMJ / TMD. Women in their childbearing years make up for 90 percent of the people seeking treatment. Only 50 to 60 percent of people suffering with jaw pain actually seek treatment. Those who don’t, often develop more chronic symptoms of TMJ disorder.

July 10, 2021
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Why Is My TMJ Acting Up?

Why Is My TMJ Acting Up?

TMJ disorder or TMD is a pain disorder that can be described as dull pain in the TMJ (jaw joint) and surrounding areas such as ears, neck and shoulders. TMJ pain can start with a small pain in the temple that occurs when yawning, but can lead to daily migraines, eating problems and permanent damage to the teeth. It can even affect speech and sleep. Researchers are now finding that sleep apnea is related to TMJ disorders.

June 26, 2021
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