Who Is at Greatest Risk of TMJ Problems?

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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD) is far from rare; according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, between 5 and 12 percent of the population is affected by the disease. Certain groups of people are more likely than others to develop TMD, due to genetic, hormonal and environmental factors. In this post, New […]

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A Brief History of Headaches

Headaches and migraines are nothing new — history suggests that ancient civilizations experienced headache pain as far back as 7000 BC. And from what we know, our ancestors were willing to try anything to get rid of the excruciating pain of headaches and migraines!

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Who Is at a Greater Risk of Headaches?

Who is at greater risk of headaches

Headaches are one of the most common types of pain that people experience. Unfortunately, certain groups of people are more prone to developing headaches than others. In this post, Dr. Ivan Stein of the Headache and TMJ Center of New Jersey breaks down who is at greater than normal risk of headaches.

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Muscle and Nerve Problems that Can Lead to Headaches

TMJ Headache

Headaches can range in severity from minor nuisances to completely debilitating. One of the keys to pain relief from constant headaches is to identify the root cause. Many people do not know that some headaches are caused by muscle and nerve problems. According to Dr. Ivan Stein, here are some of the common muscle and […]

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Maintaining Good Oral Hygiene with TMD

Maintaining Oral Hygiene

If you are affected by temporomandibular joint disease, or TMD, you may struggle with near constant pain or discomfort in and around your jaw. Sometimes this pain can make everyday tasks like eating or brushing your teeth challenging. But keeping up oral hygiene is very important. Becoming lax with brushing and flossing may lead to […]

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What to Expect from Your First Appointment with Your TMJ Specialist

TMJ first appointment

Whether you have been referred to a TMJ specialist by your general doctor or found one on your own, preparing for your initial appointment well ahead of time can help ensure it runs as efficiently as possible. Dentist and TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein is the trusted choice for patients seeking TMJ pain relief in […]

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Why Less Is Better When Treating TMJ Disorder

Treating TMJ Disorder

Thanks to the latest advances in TMJ medicine, there are a number of minimally invasive treatment options that have proven to be successful in alleviating TMJ pain and even help patients avoid more invasive treatments like surgery. In this blog post, West Orange dentist and TMJ specialist Dr. Stein explains why less is sometimes better […]

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What To Do If Your Jaw Locks

What to do when your jaw locks

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD) produces a number of painful and concerning symptoms. But perhaps the most frightening one is a locked jaw. This occurs when the articular disc that sits between the upper and lower jaws slips or moves out of alignment. A jaw can lock in an open or closed position momentarily or […]

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Signs You May Grind Your Teeth at Night

Signs you grind your teeth at night

While many people grind their teeth when they are stressed or upset during the day, others do it unknowingly as they sleep. Nighttime teeth grinding (bruxism) is just as dangerous as daytime teeth grinding and should be treated as soon as possible. In this blog post, West Orange dentist and TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein […]

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More Millennials Seeking Treatment for TMJ Disorder

Millennials seeking TMJ treatment

A recent report from ATI Physical Therapy analyzed physical therapy trends by examining more than 600,000 patient records across the country. This report found that Millennials are seeking treatment for temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder more than any other condition. In this blog post, West Orange TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein discusses why TMJ disorder may […]

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