Sinus tooth pain can be a very uncomfortable experience. The pain is usually felt on one side of the face, and can range from a dull ache to a sharp, throbbing pain, and can also be accompanied by other symptoms such as headache, pressure, congestion, and a runny nose. The sinuses are a set of …
Tooth nerve pain, also known as toothache or dental pain, is a common symptom of dental problems that can range from mild to severe pain in the teeth and gums. It is usually caused by irritation or damage to the tooth’s nerve or surrounding tissues. Tooth pain can be caused by a number of reasons, …
TMJ nerve damage is a condition that affects the nerves that control the jaw muscles and sensation in the face. It can occur due to various reasons such as trauma, surgery, or infection. In some cases, it may also be a complication of TMJ disorder. Symptoms may include numbness or tingling in the face or …
According to the American Academy of Orofacial Pain, TMJ rarely has a single cause, and usually involves more than one symptom. Although TMJ (Temporomandibular joint disorder) can have mechanical causes, the most common problem associated with this problem is myofascial pain disorder. This is a neuromuscular problem that affects the chewing muscles, resulting in symptoms …
Temporomandibular dysfunction (TMD) refers to a group of conditions that cause pain in and around the jaw joint (referred to as the Temporomandibular joint or TMJ) and nearby muscles that affect jaw movement. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide, the vast majority of whom are women (90%), though …
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Grinding of teeth during sleep, also known as bruxism, is a common problem that affects many people. The condition can lead to several complications such as jaw pain, headaches, tooth wear, and sensitivity. While dental devices such as mouthguards can help prevent further damage, there are also natural remedies that can help reduce grinding of …
Your upper and lower teeth are supposed to slither together smoothly, only touching when chewing food. However, unnatural teeth grinding and clenching at night while you sleep can result in wearing and cracking of your teeth, as well as severe jaw impairment. Grinding refers to the sideways motion of the jaws with the teeth touching …
According to the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP), an estimated 75 percent of the American population suffers from some form of gum disease, from minor cases of gingivitis to the more severe form of gum disease known as periodontitis. Despite this prevalence, only three percent seek treatment for their case of gum disease. It is …
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Gum disease develops moderately over time, and may not necessarily show symptoms along the way. But this does not make it any less serious. A little soreness and redness on the gums can develop into pockets at the base of the teeth, which are filled with bacteria, causing your teeth to loosen and fall off. …
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Traditionally, veneers, crowns, implant abutments, bridges, inlays/onlays, dentures, and other dental restorations required several office visits, and a long turn-around period of over two weeks before finishing your treatment. Today, advancements in dental technology have made many dental techniques and processes faster, more accurate, and more efficient than ever before. CAD/CAM or computer-aided design and …
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