jaw pain

EMERGENCY! Save that Tooth!

Dental emergencies happen. If a permanent tooth is knocked out, don’t delay. Call us immediately for an emergency visit. Re-implanting a tooth works best when done within 30 minutes. After two hours, the procedure is unlikely to be successful. Call us after any blow to the mouth. [...]

By |2013-05-07T00:00:02-07:00May 7, 2013|Patient Education|Comments Off on EMERGENCY! Save that Tooth!

Bruxism – Grinding and Clenching

What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the technical term for grinding and clenching that wears down teeth and may cause facial pain. People who grind and clench, called bruxers, unintentionally bite down too hard at inappropriate times, such as in their sleep. In addition to grinding teeth, they [...]

By |2013-01-22T00:00:23-08:00January 22, 2013|Preventative Dentistry|Comments Off on Bruxism – Grinding and Clenching

Causes and Treatments for TMJ Disorders

What is the Temporomandibular Joint? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a joint that slides and rotates just in front of your ear, consisting of the side and base of the skull (temporal bone) and the lower jaw (mandible). Chewing muscles connect the lower jaw to the skull, [...]

By |2012-06-26T08:00:08-07:00June 26, 2012|Patient Education|Comments Off on Causes and Treatments for TMJ Disorders