So what’s TMJ? TMJ is the name of the joint that the lower jaw forms with the skull. It’s a hinge joint, just like the hinge of a door. Apart from opening and closing movements, some sideways movements and twists are possible in this joint. Its full form stands as Temporo Mandibular Joint. Learn Phonetics’ … Continue reading TMJ

TMJ or Temporomandibular joint disorder is a very common problem of the jaws and it is estimated that high 60% of the patients suffer from this problem, which may or may not manifest as a local pain in the jaw joint. It generally occurs when the joints and muscles on either side of the jaws … Continue reading Using Dental Bite For The Treatment Of TMJ

TMJ is a very common problem suffered by many people all around the world. Amongst the many symptoms of this problem, shooting pain in the jaws is one of the most common symptoms. Every time the patient using his jaws for any purpose like chewing, etc., he or she experiences excruciating pain. There are many … Continue reading Refer Only To A Specialist For Jaw Pain Treatment

Mandible bone is the biggest bone of the face and happens to be the toughest bone of the face. The purpose of this bone is to support the lower teeth and it moves on a hard tissue. Any misalignment in this joint known as temporomandibular (TMJ) and can be a result of any sort of … Continue reading Treating TMJ Naturally And Without The Use Of Harmful Antibiotics

Going in for a jaw surgery with complete knowledge about all that it entails, can help in making the experience of this surgery less daunting. One of the best ways to learn about this surgery is to talk to your fellow patients who have already gone through this experience. They will be able to give … Continue reading Information One Must Gather Before Going In For A Jaw Surgery

There are many joints in a human’s body, but amongst all these joints, the Temporomandibular joint is the most unique and special joint. What makes this joint so special is that fact that it is not one, but two joints in one, which are located on either side of the head and are connected by … Continue reading Facts About TM Joint, Which Makes It Unique

Sleep Apnea is a serious sleeping disorder in which people stop breathing for 10 or more seconds in their sleep. These episodes of short cessations can occur up to 800 or more number of times in one night. As a result of this, a person can get up from a deep slumber every time this … Continue reading Understanding The Problem Of Sleep Apnea

Headaches are a common problem. Most of us do not even take them seriously and self medicate ourselves with common pain killers every time they happen. However, it is important to understand that while some of these headaches can be a result of simple stress and treating them with pain killers is fine, in many … Continue reading Why Headaches Should Never Be Left Unchecked

TMJ or temporomandibular joint disorder is a very common problem of the jaws. It generally occurs when the joints and muscles on either side of the jaws experience excessive pressure from an imbalanced bite. Headaches and neck and shoulder pains, which one would never associate with a jaw problem, are actually common effects of this … Continue reading Using FPO For The Treatment Of TMJ

Earlier the treatment of orofacial pain used to fall under the category of temporomandibular disorders. However, now-a-days, there are specialists present for the treatment of this disease which is also referred to as Craniofacial pain management. While the TMJ treatment is restricted to the treatment of the jaws only, Craniofacial pain management covers head, neck … Continue reading Understanding The Difference Between Craniofacial Pain, Sleep Apnea And TMJ