How TMJ Disorders Develop

Thursday, den 31. July 2008

Because muscles and joints work together, a problem with either one can lead you to uncomfortable results: stiffness, headaches, pain, bite problems, clicking or locking.
Stress, teeth clenching (bruxism), and poor posture causes your muscles to tighten up which can cause pressure on your TM Joints and also cause wear to your teeth.
Joint problems come from [...]

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How Your Jaws Work

Monday, den 21. July 2008

Your jaw joints are surrounded by groups of muscles that contract and relax so you can open and close your mouth, talk and chew. When they are flexible and not under stress, they work in harmony with the other parts of your jaw. Your TMJs (temporomandibular joints) are where your upper jaw and [...]

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Trouble With Your Jaw

Tuesday, den 15. July 2008

Are you aware of grinding or clenching?
Do you wake up with stiff muscles around your face, jaw or neck?
Do you have frequent headaches?
Does stress make it worse?
Do you have clicking or popping?
Is it difficult to open your mouth, eat or yawn?
Do you have teeth that no longer touch when you bite?
Do your teeth meet differently [...]

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