When you think about temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJD, you may think about jaw pain or the jaw ‘locking’ shut. But did you know that TMJD can cause symptoms that may not even appear in or around your jaw? These symptoms include unexplained ear pain, ringing in the ears, headaches,…
Temporomandibular joint disorder
Nearly 1.5 million Americans are affected by the autoimmune condition rheumatoid arthritis (RA). RA is caused when the immune system sees the joints as ‘foreign invaders’ and attacks them. RA can cause pain and inflammation in the joints, including the jaw. When the jaw is affected by RA, it can…
Have you been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), or do you think you have the condition? One thing you may want to think about is how you should care for your teeth. Should your routine change? Should you do something extra? How often should you visit Legends Dental for…
Brazilian researchers may have a new way to reduce joint inflammation, which they hope could be beneficial to those living with temporomandibular joint disorder. The researchers have enhanced the efficacy and duration of a drug commonly used to reduce inflammation caused by joint degeneration. Using lipid nanoparticles containing a high…
Bad posture is a pretty easy habit to fall into and a tough habit to break. Think about it: How much time are you spending hunched in front of a screen or a keyboard at work or just hanging out on the couch scrolling on your phone? Holding your body…
When you think of wisdom teeth, the first thing you probably think of is having them removed. That’s natural – many people have their wisdom teeth taken out long before the teeth break through their gums because these teeth, known as third molars, are impacted or blocked from erupting. Those…