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TMJ/TMD Aches vs. Migraines

One of the most common symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ/TMD) is persistent and intense headaches. These headaches can be very painful but generally are not the same as migraines. Both headaches can tend to feel the same, but the causes are different.   The causes of TMJ headaches include : • Improper bite • Jaw […]

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Do I Need a Crown?

A dental crown is a powerful restoration that can also improve the appearance of your tooth, while protecting and strengthening it. A dental crown may not normally be considered a cosmetic restoration because most of the time you get a crown to strengthen a tooth. Here are some of the more common reasons why people

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Am I Too Old for Braces?

Many adults understandably hesitate when faced with the need for braces late in life. Traditional braces have long been associated with adolescents and children, and the daily inconveniences posed by brackets and wires can be especially difficult for an adult patient to manage.   The good news is that advances in modern dentistry have led

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Treating Jaw Pain and Stiffness with Neuromuscular Dentistry

If you experience limited jaw movement, chronic jaw pain, or clicking and popping when you attempt to move your jaw, you may have temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) – a common neuromuscular disorder that can trigger a wide variety of painful symptoms throughout your body.   The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a delicate jaw joint that

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TMJ Exercises

Although TMJ/TMD is a recurring condition that can be permanently treated with neuromuscular dentistry, patients have begun reporting success alleviating their symptoms through the use of TMJ exercises that stretch and relax the jaw muscles. If you search the internet you may find a variety of suggested exercises to help alleviate your TMD symptoms.  

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