When it comes to adults with ear pain, it is easy to assume that the discomfort is due to an ear infection. However, ear infections are not common in adults. In most adult patients, ear pain is not related to the ear itself, rather it is connected to issues within the temporo-mandibular joint or TMJ. …
Ear infections are more common in kids than adults. However, if you’re experiencing ear pain in your later years, you may understandably assume it is caused by an ear infection. While this could certainly be the case, your pain may not be coming from your ear at all. In fact, your ear pain could actually …
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, can leave lasting negative effects on your dental health. For those that grind their teeth occasionally, there is no major cause for concern. However, if you regularly grind your teeth while you sleep at night, you are setting yourself up for problems. Although you may be reluctant, taking care of this …
Do you clench or grind your teeth at night? Perhaps we should ask your partner! Nighttime teeth grinding, or bruxism, causes many problems, including those that go beyond your mouth and affect your partner’s quality of rest. If you’re guilty of bruxism while you sleep, you are probably very familiar with headaches or jaw soreness …
Statistics show that one in four people who visit a dentist suffer from teeth grinding, or bruxism. This condition is not restricted to a certain age group, socio-economic group or gender. Some patients grind their teeth during the day (consciously), but many engage in their bruxism habit while they sleep (subconsciously). Nighttime teeth grinding is …
It is not hard to find someone who is experiencing stress in his or her life. Although you may be well aware of the impact stress has on your overall physical health, it is important to realize that this includes your oral health as well. Research reveals a strong link between depression and anxiety and …
Approximately 1 in 15 Americans suffer from sleep apnea, which is a condition that dramatically affects your ability to enjoy a deep sleep. Sleep apnea can even be dangerous if not treated. Most of the time, it is the patient’s significant other that notices it first and refers them for sleep apnea treatment. What does …
Could your bite be causing your headache? If you suffer from chronic headaches, you have likely gone through many bottles of aspirin and other headache remedies. A nagging headache can dramatically affect your quality of life without effective treatment. You may even be frustrated at your doctor’s failed attempts at headache treatments. But have you …
Has your partner ever accused you of grinding your teeth while you sleep? Or do you frequently wake up with a sore jaw or dull headache? If you have made night time teeth grinding a habit, it is time you do yourself and your loved one a favor and seek help. Many dental practices offer …
