If you are experiencing symptoms of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ or TMD), you could be at risk of harming your oral health. While symptoms like headaches or jaw pain may seem like a mild issue you can treat with over-the-counter pain reducers, the long-term effects of this untreated disorder could lead to joint damage, chronic… Read more »
Category: TMJ
Talk To Your Dentist About Your Jaw Troubles
Do you often feel pain or discomfort around your jaw, neck, or face? This tension could be a sign of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ), which can cause many oral health problems if left untreated. In today’s blog, your Grinnell Street Dental team in Sheridan, WY, is here to discuss your treatment options for this disorder.
A Non-Invasive Way To Treat TMJ Disorder
Your dentist can help with more than cavities and gum disease. If you frequently experience headaches, jaw pain, or sensitivity around your teeth, this could be a sign of TMJ disorder. Our temporomandibular joints help us open and close our mouth and assist with many other functions. TMJ dysfunction can disrupt these functions and harm… Read more »
Address Jaw Pain With An Oral Appliance
Temporomandibular joint disorder, also known as TMJ or TMD, is a condition that affects the movement of your jaw. This dysfunction affects millions of patients, and some may be unaware of the problem. Your Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, is here to explore the symptoms of TMJ and discuss possible treatment options to address… Read more »
Do Not Let TMJ Harm Your Oral Health
Your dental health encompasses more than taking care of your teeth and gums. Your jaw is an important part, too. If you frequently experience pain in this area, headaches, or a clicking sound around your facial joints, it could be a sign of TMJ. This dysfunction can be diagnosed and treated at your Grinnell Street… Read more »
Do You Have TMJ Disorder?
If you frequently experience headaches, facial pain, or jaw sensitivity, it may be due to your temporomandibular joints not moving correctly. This condition affects thousands of patients who may not even be aware that there is a problem. Ignoring these symptoms may cause the condition to worsen, which can be detrimental to your overall well-being…. Read more »
Stop Headaches With TMJ Treatment
Do you frequently experience headaches or tooth sensitivity? These could be symptoms of TMJ, a disorder that affects many people. At Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, we can help diagnose this problem and create an effective treatment plan to reduce your symptoms. In today’s blog, learn more about why your dentist is concerned with… Read more »
Unlocking Relief For TMJ Disorder
Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ) is a complex condition affecting millions worldwide, characterized by pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. TMJD can manifest in various symptoms, including jaw pain, clicking or popping sounds, headaches, and difficulty chewing or opening the mouth fully. While the causes can be multifaceted, treatment often involves a… Read more »
Sleep and How TMJ Disorder Can Impact It
In our hustle and bustle world, where productivity often reigns supreme, sleep is sometimes sacrificed in the name of progress. However, the importance of sleep cannot be overstated. It is a fundamental pillar of our health and well-being, influencing everything from our cognitive function to our emotional resilience. Unfortunately, various factors can disrupt our sleep… Read more »
A Way To Treat Your TMJ
TMJ is a common disorder that can cause you to place too much tension on your jaw joints. If you experience tooth grinding, headaches, earaches, or hear popping sounds coming from your jaw, you may have this problem. At Grinnell Street Dental, we have a nonsurgical way to help you. To learn more about… Read more »