You are more likely to develop temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) if you have one or a few of the risks. However, it also doesn’t mean you won’t develop TMD if you don’t have any risk factors present. If you have any risk factors associated with TMD, it is important to visit our office in Atlanta […]
Are you experiencing chronic facial, neck or head pain? If you are, then you might be suffering from craniofacial pain. And the most common condition associated with craniofacial pain is temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction (TMD). To help you gain a better understanding of your craniofacial pain, here is some background information to consider. What are […]
Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is located where the jaw connects to the skull on each side. Similar to a hinge that opens and closes, the TMJ must function properly for chewing, talking, smiling and yawning. If you experience pain or other problems with the functioning of your TMJ, it can lead to jaw pain, clicking […]
April 4-10th was National Health Week. And, while we might have deemed that week specifically for it, we shouldn’t forget what we learned. As an initiative of the American Public Health Association, National Health Week was created to: Strengthen the profession of public health Understand, engage and support key public health issues Directly influence public […]
If you have ever suffered from a migraine, you know how unbearable they can be. Migraines can be so painful that you are down for the count for multiple days, which can definitely interrupt your daily schedules. At Craniofacial Pain & Dental Sleep Center of Georgia we want to help you remain pain free every […]
Approximately 15 percent of Americans deal with chronic facial pain, which might be coming from your temporomandibular joints. The TMJ is responsible for chewing and speaking, which are definitely important—especially during the holiday season. If you have already been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), then you are no stranger to jaw and facial pain. […]
You might have heard the term “Craniofacial Pain” before, but what does it mean? Well, craniofacial pain is a term that is often used to describe any chronic facial, neck or head pain you might be experiencing. The most common form of craniofacial pain is temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). It may even include migraine headaches, […]