We all tend to chew gum from time to time for a variety of reasons. But if you are a regular gum chewer, it is important to know how this habit can have a negative impact on your health. From your teeth to your stomach, chewing gum can negatively impact your health in a few […]
It is important to increase your knowledge of side effects if you have other conditions. For example, sickle cell disease (SCD) and TMD. SCD affects millions of people around the world–both adults and children. It is a potentially fatal disease, which is why it is important to raise awareness, especially if there is a connection […]
When you experience jaw pain, it makes it difficult to chew, talk or even move. That is because the shock-like sensations, sharp stabs and dull aches just do not seem to go away. The constant nagging pain can be concerning and even disrupt your day-to-day life. To help, here are some reasons why your jaw […]
Have you heard of phantom tooth pain? Are you experiencing unknown tooth pain? Well, there might be an answer for that unknown nagging pain you have been experiencing with no relief. It’s called atypical odontalgia. While it sounds like a mouthful, it is important to identify in order to receive appropriate treatment so you can […]
Does your jaw hurt? Do you find it hard to eat your favorite foods? If so, that might be a sign of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). We know it can be frustrating and difficult to complete your day-to-day tasks when your jaw hurts, but we can help. Take a look at the infographic below to […]
If you’ve ever woken up with a sore jaw or constant headaches, you know just how uncomfortable it can be. These problems, as well as tense muscles, are often the result of bruxism, which is the medical term for teeth grinding. Together we can work to figure out the cause of your grinding, while also […]
It seems like April is a month full of awareness issues and causes! Not only is April Alcohol Awareness Month, but it is also Facial Protection Month! That means all you athletes and weekend warriors need to take extra care of your face, head and neck! Here is what you can do in honor of […]
Have you ever experienced facial pain, but weren’t quite sure why it was happening? Peripheral neuropathy is the result of damage to your peripheral nerves. When this damage occurs, it often causes: Weakness Numbness Pain The peripheral nervous system sends information from your brain and spinal cord to the rest of your body. When damage […]