When you look in the mirror, do you notice that one side of your face is different from the other? Facial asymmetry is more common than you might think, and in some cases, it’s caused by underlying jaw misalignment. If your bite isn’t properly aligned, it can affect your appearance and oral health. This is where neuromuscular dentistry comes […]
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Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ) can cause significant discomfort and impact daily activities such as eating, speaking, and even sleeping. While dental interventions are crucial, physical therapy has also emerged as a highly effective treatment for alleviating TMJ symptoms. In this blog, the knowledgeable team at Softouch Dental Care led by Dr. Michael Chung explore how physical therapy complements
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders and migraines are common conditions that can cause significant discomfort. TMJ problems impact the jaw joint and its surrounding muscles. They can cause discomfort, trouble eating, and headaches. Migraines are a type of very intense headache. Nausea, sensitivity to light and sound, and visual disturbances often accompany them. Recent studies have highlighted
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TMJ and teeth grinding are closely connected. If you frequently grind or clench your teeth, you likely have a condition known as bruxism. While mild bruxism may not require treatment, severe bruxism can negatively impact the health of your teeth and jaw. Bruxism is often related to temporomandibular joint disorder (known as TMD). Temporomandibular joint disorder is a
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is complex, and treatment plans need to be personalized to ensure every patient’s unique symptoms are addressed properly. The pain and discomfort associated with this condition may not be the same every day. Many people find that their TMD symptoms get better and then come back. It is also common to have
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Jaw pain and headaches are among the most well-known symptoms that arise from jaw joint problems. However, other issues caused by temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) may surprise you. For example, this condition can cause sudden feelings of dizziness and spinning. If you suspect that you are experiencing TMJ dizziness, you may be wondering how the two problems
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Temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or TMJ, can be an incredibly distressing jaw disorder resulting in symptoms ranging from intense, migraine-like headaches to pain while chewing. TMJ may make eating so difficult that significant weight loss can be seen. With a condition that can be so serious, finding treatment is necessary. Yet before treatment can begin, it is important to
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Do you often have headaches? Does your jaw always feel tender and painful? You may have TMJ. Here is some more information on this painful condition, what you may be doing to make it worse, and how you can find relief. What Is TMJ? TMJ is the common term for temporomandibular joint disorder (also known as
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Is your jaw causing you pain or discomfort? Well, the culprit could very well be TMJ. Also known as temporomandibular joint disorder, TMJ is a jaw condition that can cause various painful symptoms. Some of the symptoms you may be experiencing are headaches, trouble eating, pain when opening and closing your mouth, clicking in your ears, or
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Jaw pain isn’t something that should be taken lightly. It can be a debilitating issue that impacts your ability to perform daily tasks. You should visit an experienced dentist if you’re experiencing symptoms such as trouble chewing, headaches, difficulty opening or closing your mouth, clicking or ringing in your ears, and/or persistent tenderness or discomfort
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