Types of Neck Pain Linked to TMJ
One of the characteristics that make temporomandibular joint disorders (called TMJ or TMD) so hard to live with is that the symptoms of the condition rarely stay limited to the jaw. [...]
Scalloped Tongue May Be a Symptom of Bad Bite
A scalloped tongue is when your tongue has half-circle indentations around the edge. Scalloped tongue causes are usually when your tongue presses up against your teeth, either constantly or regularly, pressing the shape of [...]
Understanding Lockjaw
Temporomandibular joint disorder or TMJ has become better recognized in the past decade thanks to more research and better treatment. Most {{{{link id='50387' text='recognize symptoms like jaw clicking, frequent headaches, and even vertigo'}}}}. Even [...]
Could a Bad Bite Indicate Childhood Stress?
A bad bite can lead to problems as minor as a cosmetically unattractive smile and as major as temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). Orthodontists have been working to fix bad bites for as long [...]
Jaw Clenching and Cracked Tooth Syndrome
Jaw clenching and teeth grinding, often referred to as bruxism by dentists, can cause significant {{{{link id='50438' text='damage to your teeth'}}}}. Whether you clench and grind during the day due to stress or at [...]
