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TMJ/TMD Technology

The most common equipment used in TMJ/TMD treatment and diagnosis are: • TENS machine. This machine has small pads that are positioned on your face. Gentle electrical impulses are administered through the pads. The impulses act like a massage, encouraging the muscles to relax. The TENS machine greatly reduces TMJ/TMD pain and discomfort and gives

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The Science Behind the Bite

Much of the process behind jaw function is unseen. Chewing, speaking and yawning are all normal daily routines, but the science behind our jaw movement is truly extraordinary. Neuromuscular dentistry provides diagnosis and treatment for problems arising in this intricate part of our anatomy.   The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a delicate, complex joint connecting

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TMJ/TMD Aches vs. Migraines

One of the most common symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ/TMD) is persistent and intense headaches. These headaches can be very painful but generally are not the same as migraines. Both headaches can tend to feel the same, but the causes are different.   The causes of TMJ headaches include : • Improper bite • Jaw

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Do I Need a Crown?

A dental crown is a powerful restoration that can also improve the appearance of your tooth, while protecting and strengthening it. A dental crown may not normally be considered a cosmetic restoration because most of the time you get a crown to strengthen a tooth. Here are some of the more common reasons why people

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Am I Too Old for Braces?

Many adults understandably hesitate when faced with the need for braces late in life. Traditional braces have long been associated with adolescents and children, and the daily inconveniences posed by brackets and wires can be especially difficult for an adult patient to manage.   The good news is that advances in modern dentistry have led

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Treating Jaw Pain and Stiffness with Neuromuscular Dentistry

If you experience limited jaw movement, chronic jaw pain, or clicking and popping when you attempt to move your jaw, you may have temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) – a common neuromuscular disorder that can trigger a wide variety of painful symptoms throughout your body.   The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a delicate jaw joint that

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