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Almost every day of the week I will meet a new person that has come to our office with little or no pain in the jaw joints, yet the popping and clicking is driving them crazy! Just this morning I was meeting with a gentleman who has been with our office for the last two years and has faithfully worn... read more »
TMJ Pain Stops With US! The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) might not be something you think about until it hurts. This essential hinge lets you chew, talk, and yawn, but stress, injury, or teeth grinding can throw it out of alignment. When the joint’s discs shift, they can irritate surrounding nerves and blood vessels, causing pain that interferes with your day.... read more »
When it comes to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), there are a number of ways to treat this problem but today I just want to review what laser therapy can do. When you are examined by your doctor for Sleep Disordered Breathing (SDB), the MD or the dentist will ask you to ‘open big and say AHH’. Based on how much... read more »
Most of us have been told to ‘clean up your act’ over the years. Well, that applies to a good night sleep as well. Most of us do not have ‘clean sleep’. This little blog might help. If you can take the time to pick up on a pearl or two about how to improve your sleep, then it was... read more »
We’ve all laughed at the adorable sight of a child snoring loudly, their tiny body vibrating with each sound or the adult we make fun of. But while it may seem harmless, snoring can actually signal serious health concerns. Far from being just a cute quirk, it might indicate issues that could pose significant risks. Understanding this is key to... read more »
March is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on sleep—it’s Sleep Awareness Month! Feeling drained or sluggish? It might be time to rethink your sleep habits. In this blog, I’ll discuss the best practices I recommend to patients, from setting up a restful environment to maintaining a consistent routine and monitoring your diet. Let’s explore simple, effective ways to... read more »
Many questions have come up with patients having other medical conditions. I previously discussed this in a blog years ago, but it does not hurt sharing the news again. I previously touched on TMJ disorders often not occurring in isolation. Other medical conditions frequently complicate the picture and make treating this disorder a bit more complicated. These related conditions, called... read more »
Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and TMD? When jaw joint discs are misaligned, TMJ disorder (TMD) can result, causing inflammation and radiating pain throughout the head, neck, or even body. But this isn’t the only oral health issue with far-reaching effects. Gum disease promotes systemic inflammation too, making routine dental care essential for more than just your smile.... read more »
Once again, dear reader, I need to harp on the problem with teeth that have been extracted or just missing. Missing teeth often seem like a minor issue at first, but the consequences can be far-reaching. Every week, I see patients who underestimated the impact of having multiple teeth removed. Over time, this decision can cause a collapse in the... read more »
In the world of TMD (TMJ Disorder) it is paramount for the practitioner to keep an eye on the condyles (top of the jawbone where the bone goes into the socket) to make sure they do not break down. With TMD, the articular disc is oftentimes displaced – it should ideally be seated on top of the condyle so that... read more »