can cause many different symptoms, but it’s the pain symptoms that most often bring people in seeking treatment. Jaw pain, , earaches, neck pain, and more pain symptoms are common in TMJ. People often go to their doctors for help with these pains, but doctors may not understand the cause of [...]
If you suffer from bruxism (teeth clenching), or have noticed excessive wear on your teeth, you have an important decision to make: what are you going to do about it? You have to make the decision carefully, because what you decide will control the future of your teeth. What Causes Teeth Grinding? There are many [...]
If you’re finding it difficult to chew, you’re likely living with compromised health without even realizing it. Chewing difficulties can affect your diet and force you to eat foods that are less healthy. As a result, your overall health might be compromised. Fortunately, at Beyond Exceptional Dentistry, we can help restore your ability to [...]
impacts more than just your jaw joint. It affects your entire body, and perhaps most importantly, it can rewire your brain to make even minor touches into pain and prevents you from focusing on cognitive tasks. Is TMJ disorder affecting your entire body without you realizing it? Recognize the signs and seek [...]
Pain is usually a sign that something is wrong and if you’re experiencing pain in your teeth, it’s essential to get to the root cause. Not just to help you get out of pain, but to address the problem at bay to prevent future pain and other problems from occurring. At Beyond Exceptional Dentistry, [...]
With cold and flu season on the way, you might question any symptom of an illness that pops up. Oftentimes, you think its one thing when it’s really another. One common misdiagnosis is TMJ and chronic sinusitis. Chronic sinusitis and {{{{link id='565' text='TMJ can often show very similar symptoms'}}}} such as headaches, jaw pain, [...]
With people driving instead of flying to their travel destinations right now because it’s deemed safer due to COVID-19, there has been an increase in car accidents across the US. Combining the extra road trips with summertime already being the highest time of year for car accidents, more and more Americans face injuries from [...]
Unending pain can make everyday life difficult in several ways. Besides causing unending discomfort, it can also make it hard for people to enjoy fulfilling professional and social lives. It’s almost impossible to do well at work when you are coping with unrelenting pain. Likewise, it’s very hard to enjoy social situations and meet [...]
If you’ve been wondering what nerve causes migraines, you’re in the right place. It’s National Migraine Awareness Month, so we decided to do our part by focusing on the nerve that serves as the origin point of migraines: the trigeminal nerve. At Beyond Exceptional Dentistry in Savannah, GA, {{{{link id='533' text='we want our patients [...]
Temporomandibular joint disorders (called TMJ or TMD) have many symptoms you might not automatically associate with your jaw. Some of these symptoms are quite common. Headaches, neck pain, and ear symptoms such as tinnitus or vertigo are often associated with TMJ. Because these {{{{link id='533' text='symptoms are widespread'}}}}, it can make TMJ {{{{link id='2459' text='hard [...]
Millions of Americans suffer from intense migraines, which make it difficult for them to fulfill their daily responsibilities. While some experienced these debilitating headaches infrequently; others endure them on a daily basis. Recently, a group of researchers tested a popular over-the-counter supplement to see if it might help prevent or minimize migraine occurrence; and their [...]
Cheek biting can be painful, irritating, and unhealthy. It can also be a sign that you have poorly-fitting in the back of your mouth that might need replacing. If you’re wondering, “Why do I keep biting my cheek?” we’ve got answers for you. Occasional Cheek Biting Occasional cheek biting is something that just [...]
Courtesy of ScallopedTongue.com Have you noticed that your tongue has an irregular shape, with rounded half-circle indentations around the edges? This scalloped appearance to your tongue is caused by your tongue pressing up against your teeth as it rests in your mouth, likely because of a . The condition has a number of informal [...]
TMJ disorder causes a host of trying symptoms, including difficulty chewing, clicking or locking of the jaw and significant pain. While numerous Americans suffer from , reports suggest that just about 7 percent attempt to get help. Often, this is because they fear the prospect of surgery, which doesn't always prove effective and usually [...]
Many people think that begins with some major event. It’s easy to look back on a or a blow to the jaw and see the cause of your dislocated jaw, but the cause of your jaw problems isn’t always something so dramatic. In fact, many jaw dislocations begin with normal activities [...]
We know that are linked with . But TMJ is not a singular condition. It’s actually an umbrella term that describes several closely linked conditions that share symptoms but are quite different. So are all TMJs linked to migraines, or just some types? That’s the focus of a new study, which shows [...]
We never like to be responding to pain. We like to anticipate pain and through a process of wellness help you stay in good health so you never have to experience pain. However, sometimes we do experience pain and then we have to figure out why and how to treat it. With , there [...]
is caused by an imbalance in the bite system. The teeth, joints, and muscles no longer work together in harmony. The imbalance can cause many symptoms, including , , tooth damage, and even ear symptoms like ear pain, vertigo, dizziness, and tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Over time, the imbalanced bite [...]
Did you know that Savannah ranks #1 in the United States for migraines? Based on a study co-authored by Dr. Victor Rosenfeld, a neurologist at SouthCoast Health in Savannah, some patients had to leave the area due to their . The combination of dramatic and frequent barometic pressure shifts, and allergens and pollens seem [...]
There are many symptoms of . Unfortunately, not everyone realizes that TMJ can have quite so many varied symptoms. In fact, some people think that if their jaw isn’t making noise, they don’t have TMJ. That’s not the case at all, and it’s important to understand that you can’t eliminate TMJ on the basis [...]
Were you recently involved in a traffic accident? Whether you were on a bicycle, on a motorcycle, or in a car, the odds are good that you may have suffered jaw injury that could lead to . . Even if you didn’t hit your jaw. So, how do you know if you’ve developed [...]
is one of the most common symptoms of illness and conditions. Dehydration? Headache. Overexertion? Headache. Flu? Headache. So how do you ? One of the great ways to do this is to keep track of your headaches with a headache diary. You can use a physical diary, but these days there are [...]
may seem innocuous enough at first, but they’re progressive. If they’re left untreated, they can be progressive, leading to serious damage to your teeth and jaw. When this happens, they are much harder and much more expensive to treat. And treatment success is much lower. So it’s best to know the warning signs [...]
Tinnitus is a condition that stems from many potential causes. As a symptom, it can be badly disabling, and may cause serious mental health conditions, including depression and suicidal ideation. The biggest problem with tinnitus is that there is no general treatment for the condition. Some researchers are hoping that neurofeedback could be that [...]
Many people with struggle to keep them under control. “Avoiding triggers” is great advice, but when there are so many potential triggers out there, this can be challenging. And with some triggers, there is just nothing you can do. Everybody has bills, and for some of us, sitting down to pay the [...]
TMJ is a difficult condition to treat. Not the least of the problem is that it can be hard to figure out what kind of doctor you should see for the condition. Many people start out with their family doctor, but they may be referred to many different kinds of doctors and other healthcare [...]
The Association of Migraine Disorders has coordinated the Shades for Migraine campaign, which seeks to have everyone wear tinted lenses on June 21. The campaign is intended to show solidarity with migraine sufferers and encourage Congress to fund non-opioid alternatives in the treatment of migraines. Presumably, this is because sunglasses actually [...]
If you are suffering from TMJ symptoms, you’re probably desperate to make them go away. Then you happen to see a device in your drugstore that promises to make it better. It seems the perfect choice. But the truth is that these over-the-counter (OTC) treatments likely won’t work for you. What seems a simple solutions [...]
We definitely live in an age of technological wonders, and many of them have improved cosmetic dentistry. Among these wonders is the invention of incredibly strong ceramics that can be used in many dental applications, such as . But sometimes it’s better not to need to rely on these amazing materials, [...]
If you have , you may have sometimes had to go to the ER for treatment. The pain can be that severe, and it may seem immune to any treatment you’ve tried. So the ER seems reasonable. Why Avoid the ER with a Migraine. The ER can actually be a bad place to go [...]
We have long seen evidence that dementia is worse in people who have lost teeth. However, because of the complex factors involved, we haven’t been able to make a strong causal link or say for certain that tooth replacement could improve brain function. But now a study shows that using could provide measurable [...]
Your painful bite is causing you , but why aren’t you getting it repaired? We understand that you assume bite repair is complicated because it sometimes requires . And, it’s true, it can be complicated. But it doesn’t have to be. Here’s a rundown on some of the possible scenarios [...]
Tingling and numbness in the hands is a symptom that can range from annoying to disabling if it’s affecting your ability to do fine work with your hands. But getting proper treatment for it means tracking down the right cause. Diabetes Abnormally high blood sugar levels in diabetes can damage your nerves. And often nerve [...]
can be serious illnesses that can make it hard for you to continue to enjoy a fulfilling life. That’s because it can dramatically impact your quality of life through its numerous symptoms and their effects. Fortunately, with treatment, many TMJ sufferers can come to live normal, fulfilling lives again. Before TMJ Treatment After [...]
June is National Migraine Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to promote awareness of the complexity of and why people need to keep pursuing treatment options rather than sticking with a poorly functioning migraine treatment. One aspect of the complexity seems to turn conventional wisdom about migraines on its head. New research [...]
When we are planning your procedure like a , we will probably choose ceramic restorations. But that doesn’t necessarily make the decision much easier. One of the great advances in cosmetic dentistry technology has been the explosion of advanced ceramics that are available to us. So when it comes time to make [...]
Kristin Pullum had suffered for years. Since the age of 16, she experienced , face pain, and jaw pain. Although she had seen multiple doctors over the years, none could relieve her symptoms. Instead, her symptoms worsened with time. But a has not only given her relief from her pain, it’s given [...]
If you’ve been diagnosed with new daily persistent (NDP) headaches, you are probably frustrated. A diagnosis often points the way to successful treatment, but not so with NDP headaches, which even headache specialists admit is not well understood and not easy to treat. It’s possible, though, that part of the problem is that some cases [...]
Among the most common people report is . Controlling stress is a successful technique many people use to help reduce their . But as a blogger on Migraine.com recently pointed out, it isn’t always the stress itself that leads to migraines. It may be related behaviors. What Do You Do When [...]
We understand: reading the list of symptoms for TMJ for the first time can leave you incredulous: how can one condition cause so many (and so far-reaching) symptoms? But it’s the truth. And new research is showing not only how TMJ can lead to jaw pain, , neck pain, and more, but also how [...]
More and more women are coming to reject the notion that in order to look beautiful, they have to look younger. Far from striving to look like they did in their 20s, they want to retain their age while enhancing their beauty. The goal is health and radiance, not rejuvenation. And a can [...]
We have long known that migraines could be impacted by a wide variety of triggers, but it was still surprising at just how strongly migraines were linked to lower back pain in a recent study. Although the study itself didn’t offer an explanation for the link, we might be able to: . [...]
Pregnancy is a wonderful time, but it puts a lot of demands on your body, including your mouth. Unfortunately, as a result your smile may end up looking a little worse for wear after your baby is born. Fortunately, damage done to your smile can be corrected with a . Receding Gums One [...]
Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common complaints that brings people to the dentist. Unfortunately, the response of most dentists to this problem is very limited and often ineffective. They will look at your tooth for decay, chips, or cracks. But if they don’t find these things, they may simply say that there’s [...]
If you suffer from , you might have seen the advertisements or articles telling you that you can learn how to avoid jaw pain through techniques like meditation and mindfulness. However, this is not usually a good solution to TMJ and related problems, including chronic pain. Although your jaw pain may relate to your [...]
As well as , missing lateral incisors are a significant defect in your smile, and most people opt to have them corrected as soon as possible. Unfortunately, many people are unhappy with the results they get from their lateral replacement procedure. The good news is, though, none of these results are irreversible, and we [...]
A recent editorial in the Washington Post and the Guardian focuses on how going to the dentist feels like a trip back in time for many people. The article points its finger at dentists who are still using antiquated techniques to treat dental disease, but not all dentists will give you that impression. When you [...]
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) can develop from an acute cause, like a blow to the jaw or whiplash related to a car accident. But it can also develop for subtle reasons, which may be things you do every day. Here are some of the things you might be doing to increase your , [...]
You may not know this, but you still need dentures if you get . Dental implants replace the tooth roots, but the visible portion of your teeth, the part that helps you talk and chew and that shows when you smile, still has to be replaced with a denture. And your choice of denture [...]
This article was originally posted on Dr. Tony Soileau's LinkedIn Profile. We liked it a lot, so we're sharing it with his permission. What is “chest breathing”? What problems are caused by “chest breathing”? What is “belly breathing”? How can I learn to “belly breath”? Just try this and see what happens. Sit up as [...]
Most of the time when we talk about , we are talking about its many symptoms, such as jaw pain, , ear pain, ringing in the ears, neck pain, and more. But there is another kind of TMJ that we have to be aware of: asymptomatic TMJ. What Is Asymptomatic TMJ? Asymptomatic [...]
In the Battle of the Sexes, there are many places where men and women might argue about who has it worse, but there is one place where women have a definite edge: . A dubious honor, to be sure, but one that might help us understand how to effectively treat migraines. More Common, More [...]
If you are looking for information about how to get the most or how to handle urgent medical conditions like and related , you might tune in to a daytime medical talk show like The Dr. Oz Show or The Doctors. Or maybe you just tune in for entertainment, but [...]
As we enter the holiday season, many Americans are looking forward to the time spent with family in time-honored rituals. These rituals are supposed to bring us all together in love, and fill us with warm feelings. But for many people, the holidays mean something else: . If you're experiencing headaches this holiday season, [...]
A closed bite is when your upper teeth and lower teeth come together without enough height to support a proper bite or appearance. Normally, in a resting position, your upper front teeth should project slightly in front of your lower teeth, with the lower teeth resting slightly but not much behind the upper teeth, while [...]
Jaw pain is one of the most common symptoms of , but not everyone experiences the same type of jaw pain. Instead, there are two common types of jaw pain that you may experience associated with your TMJ: masticatory muscle pain (MMP) and joint pain. MMP Jaw Pain MMP is when your jaw muscles [...]
Orofacial pain disorders have a PR problem. Not only are they hard to understand and even harder to diagnose, they can be so unique and idiopathic that people may have a hard time convincing their doctors that these pains are real. It's important that sufferers know that their disorder is not "all in their head," [...]
Have you ever wondered how ballet dancers are able to do multiple pirouettes, spinning round and round on the stage, then stopping and leaping gracefully across the stage, unaffected by dizziness? The results of a new study show that they resist getting dizzy because they have trained their brains to ignore disconcerting input from the [...]
Temporomandibular joint disorder, also known as , is a trying condition that afflicts millions of Americans, who are forced to cope with , chewing problems, jaw popping and chronic pain. In search of relief, many people are willing to try all sorts of unproven remedies, such as acupuncture, herbs, special pillows and more. [...]
When people are forced to live with , they experience a serious reduction in life quality. In fact, the reduction can be so significant, it may force some to take drastic measures. Disturbing Study A new study suggests that chronic pain may cause some people to take their own lives, especially when they aren't [...]
Countless Americans endure some form of chronic pain, which significantly impacts their work and social lives. While many rely on , others are exploring alternative remedies which employ non-medicinal strategies. Recently, a team of researchers tested reflexology to see if it might hold painkilling powers in Savannah, GA. While their study did yield promising [...]
A frustrating condition that can significantly detract from a person's quality of life, tinnitus is loosely defined as the perception of noise when no corresponding sound exists. Although it can have several different causes, tinnitus usually affects sufferers in the same way: by causing stress, depression and anxiety. Research Established Connection New research out [...]
Each day, countless Americans endure chronic pain associated with . To ease their discomfort, many rely on over-the-counter prescription medications or alternative remedies that usually prove ineffective. That said, new research suggests that a simple change of perspective could be enough to make chronic pain more tolerable. Getting Used to Pain An Italian study [...]
Sleep is important to everyone; however, new research suggests it may be especially valuable to people who suffer from pain. Unfortunately, unending discomfort can lead to chronic insomnia, which may worsen pain in the long-run. The Power of Sleep New research indicates that sleep may hold the power to reduce the severity of pain in [...]
An unpleasant affliction that plagues numerous Americans, temporomandibular joint disorder (also called ) causes a host of symptoms, including tinnitus and difficulty chewing. That said, the vast majority of TMJ sufferers complain about incessant pain that can make life unbearable. In search of relief, many people fall back on prescription and over-the-counter pain medications [...]
