3 Exercises to Help Your TMJ

3 Exercises to Help Your TMJ

TMJ may not be widely discussed, but it is an important joint in your body. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint and without it you wouldn’t be able to open or close your mouth. Not only does it help with the opening and closing movement in your mouth, it also allows you to move your jaw […]

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Will a Bite Splint Help My Headache?

Will a Bite Splint Help My Headache?

A high percentage of the population has been struggling with frequent headaches throughout their days, so this is something that doctors have been trying to help patients with for a very long time. While other professionals may be quick to prescribe prescription painkillers and blame headaches on stress, the doctors at Daxon Dentistry specialize in evaluations […]

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Why Does My Jaw Click When I Eat?

Why Does My Jaw Click When I Eat?

Have you ever noticed that your jaw is making noises when you talk or chew? This is one of the most common symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, otherwise known as TMD. What is TMJ? The TMJ is the joint that connects your lower jaw to the bones of your skull. In a good situation, you […]

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An Occlusal Splint Could Change Your Life

Too many adults deal with dreadful migraines on a regular basis and jaw joint pain that prevents them from enjoying a meal comfortably. TMD (temporomandibular disorder) can be treated using occlusal splint therapy. In order to correctly adjust someone’s bite, we must first get the jaw joint into an ideal position.  A reversible and non-invasive […]

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Treatment Options for TMJ Disorder Problems

Do you wake up in the morning with headaches?  Do you experience any pain when you chew or hear strange sounds near your ear?  There’s a possibility that you have TMJ Disorder, otherwise known as Temporomandibular Disorder. Problems of the jaw joint are very common and most can be resolved with the help of your […]

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What Does TMJ Stand For?

When it comes to staying happy and healthy, most people know that routine trips to the doctor are in order on a fairly regular basis. What’s less obvious is that trips to the dentist are just as important, as problems that relate to dental issues, such as TMJ disorders, can have a great impact on […]

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