As COVID-19 continues to grip the nation, more and more pandemic-related illnesses and physical ailments are rising. From shingles to quarantine fatigue, Americans are going through a lot. One common problem is cracked teeth. Were cracked teeth a problem prior to the pandemic? Cracked teeth aren’t uncommon by any means, but the cases have risen […]
If you are suffering from jaw pain or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), it can interrupt your daily life. However, there is another treatment option available that can help you find relief from your pain: prolotherapy. Let’s take a look at what prolotherapy is and how it can help relieve your jaw pain. What is prolotherapy? […]
If you are experiencing muscle pain, it can develop for a variety of reasons. While many types of muscle pain can go away after a couple of days of rest, some people aren’t as lucky. The persistent or chronic jaw pain or headache pain may require further medical treatment. Luckily, there is a solution for […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory disorder that affects the joints, particularly the hands and feet. However, other joints in the body can be affected as well, including the jaw. We often forget how frequently we use our jaw to talk, to eat, to drink, because it comes so naturally. If your rheumatoid arthritis is […]
Have you noticed any pain or discomfort in your jaw, neck and/or head? You may be experiencing pain caused by the temporomandibular joint. This joint is responsible for opening and closing your mouth, chewing, and talking. It may be time for you to visit an oral specialist to put a stop to the pain! Symptoms […]
More than 10 million Americans suffer from temporomandibular disorder (TMD). The pain and dysfunction associated with TMD are more prevalent among women during reproductive years. This suggests that estrogen plays a role in TMD. The role of estrogen in TMD Women have unique hormonal changes that they experience, which can lead to increased sensitivity to […]
This pandemic is causing a lot of stress and anxiety on everyone. However, that added stress has led to a significant rise in orofacial and jaw pain, as well as jaw clenching in the daytime and teeth grinding at nighttime. Women are suffering more Research has found that women suffered more from jaw clenching and […]
Have you noticed a cracking sound that comes from your jaw? If so, it might occur with jaw and pain and discomfort. It may also lead to difficulty with moving your jaw or chewing, depending on the underlying condition. For that reason, it is important that you receive a proper diagnosis and treatment because your […]
Jaw pain, or pain in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), can be confusing. In fact, when there is TMJ pain or soreness, it can sometimes radiate in other areas of the head, leading to confusion for where the pain is actually coming from. By understanding temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), you can, perhaps, know what to look […]
With more than 3 million U.S. cases per year, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction is a common yet painful disorder. It can be difficult to understand what is safe to eat versus what will cause your jaw more pain! TMJ is treatable, but lifestyle changes are definitely necessary and recommended in order to live a pain-free […]