Treatment for TMJ pain involves more than just arbitrarily placing a “splint” in a patients mouth. What caused the patient to develop their TMJ dysfunction? Teeth certainly are not programmed to come in crooked or with overbites or underbites. Some reasons that TMJ pain or dysfunction can develop are dental changes such as loss or […]
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Sedation dentistry is a safe and effective way to deal with both the emotional and physical discomforts that may accompany your visit to our office. While not suitable for all patients, if you struggle with anxiety or dental phobia, or if you have a condition that makes dental services uncomfortable, Houston cosmetic dentist Dr. Ronald
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The joint that connects your jaw to your skull is known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). When this joint is out of alignment, it can cause a myriad of problems that you may not realize are being caused by your jaw. Your TMJ is a part of a huge mass of muscles that connect your
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If you suffer from TMJ, over-the-counter medications and at-home remedies may work to a point, but real relief from the often debilitating symptoms of this disorder will require a more involved treatment plan. But how much does it cost to treat TMJ? And are there options for patients who do not have insurance coverage for
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TMJ Disorders (TMD) can lead to a lot of jaw pain and mobility issues. There are more than a dozen symptoms associated with TMD, and several of these warning signs have little to do with your mouth and jaw. Many areas of your body could be suffering due to a misaligned jaw. Our neuromuscular dentist
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Does your Child Snore? Have ADHD? Have Reduced Scholastic Performance? These are common symptoms that are very often noted in children with airway or bite issues. Some things that should be discussed are: Does your child snore? Seem to exhibit loud or heavy breathing? Any TMJ pain? Does your child tend to breath through their mouth
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Deciding where to go for headache treatment or TMJ treatment is no easy task. The internet provides too much information and can lead to many roads. When someone has debilitating headaches the following are often professionals that patients seek: Family practitioner Neurologist ENT (ear, nose, throat medical professional) Endocrinologist General Dentist TMJ Specialist Chiropractor Physical
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Thousands of Americans struggle with eating disorders such as bulimia and anorexia. These illnesses can quickly have a severe impact on your overall health, including your oral health. Your teeth are sometimes the first to show damage, but your TMJ (temporomandibular joint), gums and other soft tissues may pay the price for your malnutrition. Our
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Posted: December 14, 2016 TMJ is the term used to describe a condition where the temporomandibular joint, which connects the skull to the jaw bone, is out of alignment. TMj can cause clicking and popping in the jaw, pain while chewing, headaches, neck pain, and muscle pain. Find out more about TMJ in this infographic:
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Dental sedation is often requested for cosmetic dentistry or even general dentistry and necessary for TMJ treatment. Many patients have some dental anxiety, which is normal. NuCalm is the world’s first and only patented neuroscience technology that is proven to lower stress and even improve sleep without drugs! “Our patients express how much better they
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