Banishing Bruxism with Botox®
Bruxism is a common disorder in many patients. With the growing demands of our economy and life pressure, many unconsciously resort to grinding their teeth as a way of de-stressing. Sadly enough, this type of grinding, while asleep or awake, often times leads to painful and severe dental and neuromuscular…
Bad Habits and TMJ
Although many habits are bad on their own, when suffering from TMJ Disorder, they can cause more damage than usual. For example, bad posture, eating habits, and biting your nails are all habits that should be avoided; however, these bad habits can also be negatively affecting your health. For those…
The Differences Between Bruxism and TMJ Disorder
Sometimes, even with a diagnosis, understanding of the disease or disorder that you suffer from can be elusive at best. Because of this confusion, if there are multiple disorders, such as Bruxism and TMD, that are similar, it is easy to become misinformed. Though there is a natural propensity to…
Sleeping with TMJ Made Simple
Not only is sleep enjoyable, it is also vital in overall health and brain function; however, when suffering from any kind of chronic pain, especially TMJ disorder, sleeping can be uncomfortable and elusive. Finding the middle-ground of a sleeping position that is comfortable but also helps to circumvent waking up…
Finding a TMJ Dentist on Facebook?
Social media is deeply prevalent in our culture today; whether it’s keeping in touch with Grandma or getting the top news, we use Facebook in particular as a platform for many of our needs. Our research has proven that Facebook can actually also be a good place to find…
TMJ Technology: Tekscan
Besides the knowledge and expertise that Dr. Solomon possesses inherently after nearly thirty years of neuromuscular practice, a large part of consistently and accurately treating TMJ Disorder is having the proper advanced tools and technology to do so. One recent innovation in TMJ dentistry that Dr. Solomon is proud…
Living Every Day Life with TMJ Disorder
Although TMJ Disorder is not something to take lightly, and finding and treating the cause behind it is of utmost importance, simple self-care actions can be done in daily life to help in the lessening of the pain often related to TMJ Disorder, including: Avoiding hard foods Avoiding chewing gum,…
TMJ Disorder Awareness Month
Millions of Americans, especially between the ages of 18 and 40, agonize from symptoms related to TMJ Disorder. Although it is a highly common disorder, it is often ignored, misdiagnosed or even mistreated. It can be unnoticed or discounted by doctors and specialists who don’t have a broad understanding of…
TMJ Disorder and the Holidays
With the holidays right around the corner, TMJ Disorder often flares up, interrupting what should be a wonderful time with friends and family. Although the TMD might be pre-existing, the hustle and bustle and accompanying hassle that tends to occur this time of year will often cause tension, causing TMD…
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