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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Tinnitus is a distracting condition to live with, and can cause stress and anxiety for many people. While not a disease itself, it can be a very disruptive symptom of a pre-existing problem. Luckily, it is often possible to treat the underlying condition and get rid of the ringing sound in your ears altogether. Below, […]
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder occurs when there is a malfunction in the joint that connects your lower jaw (or mandible) to the temporal bones at the base of your skull. Chewing, yawning and swallowing are all made possible by the TMJ, so a decrease in function can give rise to a multitude of problems. In […]
While plenty of research has suggested there is a link between temporomandibular jaw (TMJ) disorder (TMD) and chronic headaches, a new study sheds light on how they may be connected. Researchers from the University of São Paulo’s Ribeirão Preto School of Medicine in Brazil found that TMD can increase the severity and frequency of migraine headaches. […]
Finding the right healthcare professional to treat your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD) is vital to relieving pain and improving your everyday life. Dr. Ivan Stein, a TMD treatment expert in West Orange, New Jersey, has over 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating TMD. Here, he outlines some of the key qualifications to […]
If you have been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder, you likely have many questions running through your mind. Dr. Ivan Stein of Headache & TMJ Center of New Jersey dedicates himself to putting all patients at ease with the right information about their condition. In this blog post, our West Orange, New Jersey TMJ specialist […]
Do you wake up in the morning with jaw pain or a headache? The cause behind this pain may be bruxism, also known as teeth grinding or clenching. While stress and anxiety are well-known causes of bruxism, there has been a lot of debate as to whether genes play a factor. In this blog post, […]
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