Do you ever find yourself grinding and clenching your teeth unconsciously? If so, it's likely that you're experiencing bruxism. Bruxism is characterized by grinding or clenching the teeth during sleep or during the day. Unfortunately, left untreated, bruxism can lead…
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is a prevailing condition. According to a report from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, awake bruxism affects as much as 31% of adults to varying degrees, while sleep bruxism affects about 13% of adults. Why…
TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint, is shaped like a sliding hinge that connects your lower jaw to your skull. It is located on either side of your head in front of your ears and allows the jaw to open…
Do you suffer from temporomandibular pain, also known as TMJ? If you do, you’re not alone. The condition affects 5% to 12% of the American adult population. TMJ pain is characterized by jaw and facial discomfort. Those with the condition…
The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ for short, is located in front of the ears and allows the jaw to open and close similar to that of a sliding hinge. But when the movement of the jaw joint and surrounding muscles…
Do you find yourself involuntarily clenching your teeth? Perhaps you wake up most mornings with a headache due to gnashing your teeth as you sleep. If so, you’re not alone; roughly 50% of the adult North American population has reported…
Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome, or TMJ, is a degenerative disease that affects the jaw and the muscles that surround the jaw. It is also known as TMD which references a disorder. The complex TMJ system consists of bones, muscles, ligaments, and…
TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint, acts like a sliding hinge that connects your jawbone to the temporal bones of your skull. This allows you to move your jaw so that you can talk, chew food, and yawn. If problems…
When people think of their oral health, they typically focus on their teeth—often thinking of pearly, white teeth as the epitome of perfect oral health. While having healthy teeth is a large component of optimum oral hygiene, your gums play…
In this extended season of COVID-19, it is more important than ever to focus on our own health and well-being. Grouped into that focus should be an emphasis on your oral health. According to HealthyPeople.gov, oral health is one of…
