Chronic pain might rule the world around you, but that is no way to live your life. If you have ever experienced pain or a pop when yawning, talking, or chewing it is called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). The TMJ is the area of the body where the jaw meets the temporal bone on […]
While you may think it is just another day when experiencing headache, jaw or neck pain. But it is not. It is important to pay attention to that pain, especially if you suffer from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). About 20% to 40% of the adult population suffers from TMD. However, there is an easy solution […]
One of the most common complaints people experience is a headache. And when people experience headaches, they can experience significant discomfort. This can then lead to a reduction in productivity and lost work time. The downside is that headaches can be hard to treat because they can have many different causes. Here are some clues […]
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 […]
Chronic pain can rule the world around you and that is really no way to live your life. If you have ever experienced pain or a pop when yawning, talking, or chewing it might be temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). And, for some people, this pain and annoying clicking or popping can significantly alter your […]
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 […]
Stress affects almost everyone at some point in their lives. In fact, about 77% of people reported that they experienced physical symptoms due to their stress. While you’re not alone in feeling stressed, especially as we continue to navigate the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is important to know how to find ways to overcome your […]
Poor oral health can result in other physical health conditions from migraines to heart disease. In fact, studies have shown that there is a significant link between migraines and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD). What is the link between TMD and migraines? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is where your lower jaw connects to the skull. Each […]
Have you ever woken up with a sore jaw? Or maybe in the middle of the day you’ve found that eating has become difficult due to a nagging pain in your jaw? According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders (TMD) affect more than 10 million Americans. Since TMD […]
Chronic pain can rule the world around you, and that’s no way to live your life. If you have ever experienced pain or a pop when yawning, talking, or chewing it is called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). The TMJ is the area of the body where the jaw meets the temporal bone on your […]