It is important that our patients understand when they are at an increased risk for sleep apnea because of certain health conditions they might have. There are two conditions that might exacerbate our patients’ sleep apnea: type 2 diabetes and hypertension. To help, feel free to share this infographic with your practice to further educate […]
Do you experience unexplained soreness in your neck and shoulders? Do you often experience throbbing headaches? Have chewing or speaking become painful? If so, you may be suffering from the painful effects of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD), which affects millions of Americans–especially women between the ages of 20 and 40. The problem with TMD […]
November is TMJ Awareness Month, so we are resurfacing an older infographic that we shared before. This offers some steps to take to find relief from your jaw pain. Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD, can cause pain and discomfort that ranges from mild and infrequent to severe and constant in our patients. It can even […]
Each month has a different awareness, and sometimes they can include multiple subjects. For November it is TMJ awareness! And, while November has come to an end, we need to ensure awareness continues every month. Let’s take a look at temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and how to maintain your health. What is TMD? Often very […]