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Have you ever talked to someone with a sore jaw, or had one yourself? Maybe you’ve been told things like “it must be TMJ” or “I have TMJ.” The truth is, we all have TMJ, or as it is more properly identified, a TMJ. You see, TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint, the joint which […]
Do you have temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or suspect you might have this painful, sometimes debilitating condition? Do you experience frequent jaw pain, clicking and popping of the jaw, headaches, bruxism (tooth grinding), neck and backaches, or even tinnitus (ringing of the ears)? If so you could be suffering from temporomandibular joint dysfunction, or as it […]
If you’re like many people, wearing a mask or face covering has become just another thing we do each day. Love it or hate it, wearing a mask is required in many communities and businesses, but it can be harder for some people than others. That’s because sometimes wearing a mask can worsen the symptoms […]
If you suffer from the pain and stiffness of temporomandibular joint dysfunction, you probably already know that the pain can be difficult to ease. Over-the-counter medications sometimes work, but many people become desensitized to them over time. Some just don’t find relief at all. Thankfully there are other options for temporomandibular joint relief that may […]
If you are missing teeth, it can cause a lot more problems than just the missing teeth themselves. Missing teeth can cause a long list of issues that many people don’t take into account when their teeth are removed. Thankfully, dental implants are a beautiful, natural-looking solution to missing teeth. If you are considering dental […]
With a reported 10 million Americans with a temporomandibular joint disorder, if you are a part of this number, you at least know you are not alone. As a condition that can cause a lot of pain, discomfort, and overall irritation, Dr. Peterson sees a lot of patient for this condition. Depending on how severe […]
Having a swollen, tense, and painful jaw are three normal symptoms of a neuromuscular dentistry disorder called temporomandibular joint disorder or TMD. TMD is a condition that happens with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) flares up due to things like stress, tension, injury, jaw misalignment, and tooth grinding. However, there are also some fairly unique symptoms […]
You may like to have a clicker for your television, car, and surround sound, but the last thing you want is to have a jaw that gives off the same tune. As a condition that causes your jaw to click, ache, and swell, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) is something that Dr. Paul Peterson has specialized […]
As a patient who suffers from TMJ, you know that a flare up can be stopped with ice and massage, that eating steak is never a good idea, and that stress can just about throw your jaw over the edge. If you have TMD and are not only exhausted from constantly working to find relief […]
