What to Do for TMJ-Related Ear Pain?

The temporomandibular joint, or “TMJ,” is the hinge that connects the jaw to the skull, located just below the ears. You use this joint every time you chew, swallow, yawn, and talk. Issues occurring with the TMJ produce a variety of symptoms, one of which is ear pain ranging in intensity from mild to severe. […]

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How to Find the Best TMJ Dentist Near Me

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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a complicated and confusing disease. Not only can it be caused by a variety of factors — such as teeth grinding, traumatic injury, inflammation or chronic stress — it can also affect a wide range of areas in your body. For example, you might experience symptoms affecting your jaw, teeth, […]

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Is Your Workout Giving You TMJ Pain?

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Many of Dr. Ivan Stein’s patients at the Headache and TMJ Center of New Jersey live active lifestyles and enjoy working out regularly. Questions about exercise and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder often come up during consultation with these patients. Our team is happy to shed some light on the relationship between working out and TMJ […]

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How Does Weather Affect TMJ Pain?

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Fall season is officially upon us, which means the leaves have begun to change color and the temperature has dropped. Unfortunately the colder weather may not bode well for you if you have been diagnosed with TMJ disorder. In this blog post, West Orange dentist and TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein explains why and shares […]

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Lifestyle Changes to Manage TMJ Disorder

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If you have been diagnosed with TMJ disorder, then you know how difficult the condition can make everyday life. TMJ disorder, which is the result of chronic stress on the temporomandibular joint, can cause an array of painful or uncomfortable symptoms, including jaw pain, soreness, headaches, back pain and sinus pain. The good news is […]

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Do TMJ Problems Affect Other Areas of the Body?

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Many of Dr. Ivan Stein’s patients are surprised to learn that temporomandibular joint (TMJ) problems can affect other areas of the body. They don’t realize that their ear pain or headaches are related to the problems they have with TMJ disorder (TMD). Therefore, finding a solution to TMD is critical not only for jaw health […]

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How to Keep a Headache Diary

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If you are planning to see a doctor to discuss chronic or recurrent headaches, keeping a headache diary can be very helpful to your physician. The diary is a written record of the characteristics of the headaches, including how frequently they occur, their duration and their intensity. This information can help your doctor determine the […]

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What Are Tension Headaches?

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Tension headaches are the most common type of headache, yet the causes of these headaches are largely unknown. Some experts believe the headaches stem from muscle contraction or tension in the neck and scalp muscles. Tension headaches most commonly affect older teenagers and adults, and are slightly more likely to affect women than men. Read […]

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Can Nail-biting Lead to Bruxism?

People who bite their nails may be at an increased risk of grinding their teeth, also known as bruxism. Untreated bruxism can lead to a host of other health problems, such as headaches, broken teeth, and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). Fortunately, bruxism can be addressed. Here New Jersey TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein discusses […]

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How to Find the Best Doctor to Treat Chronic Head or Jaw Pain

When you’re suffering from chronic head or jaw pain, it’s critical to find a doctor that has experience diagnosing and treating these conditions. You should take the time to look for doctors that focus on temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD), chronic headaches, and similar disorders. In this post, New Jersey TMJ specialist Dr. Ivan Stein […]

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