Your jaw clenches during a tough conversation; your teeth grind when you’re stressed. You might not even notice you’re doing it, but before long, the soreness creeps back in. TMD and stress don’t go together, and stress-related symptom flareups only make things worse. Recognizing and managing stress triggers can help you end this vicious cycle.
If you’ve been living with TMJ disorder, you know that flare-ups can happen when you least expect them. One day, your jaw feels fine—then suddenly, chewing, yawning, or even talking can bring discomfort. While TMJ flare-ups can be frustrating, knowing what triggers them and how to manage symptoms can help you find relief faster.
Do you struggle with frequent headaches, jaw pain, or facial tension that never seems to go away? Many people live with these symptoms for years without realizing they could be linked to temporomandibular disorder (TMD)—a condition affecting the jaw joint and surrounding muscles.
Do you ever notice a dull, nagging headache creeping in by midday or after a stressful week? If you’re dealing with TMJ disorder (TMD), those headaches might not be random. The tension in your jaw can radiate, triggering discomfort that feels like it’s taking over your whole day.
Do you ever leave work with an aching jaw or stiff neck, wondering what went wrong? For many with TMJ disorder (TMD), the culprit is poor ergonomics. The way your workstation is set up—and the posture you hold while working—can place unnecessary strain on your jaw, neck, and shoulders.
The holiday season is filled with joy and excitement, but it can also bring challenges when you have TMD. Between colder weather and the added stress of holiday plans, your jaw may also feel the strain. Whether it’s rushing through busy travel days, indulging in decadent holiday meals, or managing the demands of the season, TMD symptoms can flare up, taking some of the joy out of your holidays.
Halloween is just around the corner, and for many, that means parties, costumes, scary movies, and, of course, candy. For temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) patients, the combination of stress and festivities can make symptoms worse. Understanding this connection can help you manage TMD more effectively and get through Halloween.
If you are one of our TMD patients, you have probably already heard about the different ways that you can take care of yourself in conjunction with our treatment plan. An important aspect of treating TMD is ensuring that your diet doesn’t make your symptoms worse.
TMD, if you have it, you know. Familiar symptoms include jaw popping and clicking, painful chewing, and headaches. But did you know some TMD symptoms show up in other parts of your body? In fact, there are quite a few symptoms that people and doctors mistake for something else because they aren’t obviously related to the face or jaw. Keep reading to learn more.
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