If you’ve been battling chronic jaw pain, headaches, or stiffness in your jaw and neck, it might be time to look beyond physical causes. Psychological stress and anxiety can be just as damaging to your body as physical strain—especially when it comes to your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ. At the Headache & TMJ Center of New Jersey, you […]
If you suffer from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, you might wonder whether chewing gum is making your symptoms worse. TMJ disorder can cause jaw pain, clicking, stiffness, and even headaches, making everyday activities like eating and talking uncomfortable. There is a lot of misinformation about what triggers TMJ symptoms, and chewing gum is often at […]
If you experience persistent ear ringing, also known as tinnitus, you may be surprised to learn that your jaw could be the culprit. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which connects your jawbone to your skull, plays a crucial role in jaw movement, and when it becomes dysfunctional, it can lead to a variety of symptoms—including tinnitus. […]
Morning Headaches and TMJ: What You Need to Know Waking up with a headache can set a frustrating tone for your day. If this happens frequently, the root cause might be linked to your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The TMJ connects your jaw to your skull, and when it’s not functioning properly, it can lead to […]
If you’ve been experiencing persistent sinus headaches without relief, you might be surprised to learn that the culprit could be temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. TMJ disorders can cause a range of symptoms, many of which mimic sinus-related issues, leading to misdiagnoses and prolonged discomfort. By understanding the connection between TMJ disorders and sinus headaches, you […]
TMJ pain can cause significant disruptions in your daily life. From jaw pain to headaches, ear ringing, and neck pain, there’s no doubt that TMJ symptoms are challenging. At Headache & TMJ Center of New Jersey, the foremost TMJ experts in the West Orange area, Dr. Ivan Stein and Dr. Allan Stein, are dedicated to […]
Pain from problematic wisdom teeth can certainly feel similar to TMJ pain. Both wisdom teeth and TMJ can cause aching of the jaw that radiates to other areas of the face. But wisdom teeth pain and TMJ pain are not the same thing. Furthermore, according to the team at Headache & TMJ Center of New […]
It can take your mouth and your brain a little time to adjust to wearing a TMJ oral appliance at night. Sometimes patients find they drool, gag or experience discomfort for the first few nights of oral appliance use. But these appliances can make a significant difference in alleviating symptoms of TMJ disorder, so it […]
Everyday habits can affect your health in many ways, including the health and state of your jaw joints (TMJ). While our TMJ specialists at the Headache and TMJ Center of New Jersey can personalize your treatment plan to relieve your symptoms, there are some lifestyle changes you can make to improve your jaw pain and […]
The holiday season is known for its decadent sweets and savory meals. Enjoying these delicious foods is difficult when every bite causes jaw pain due to your TMJ disorder (TMD). However, some holiday goods are easier to enjoy than others. Our TMJ dentists want you to enjoy the seasonal treats while mitigating TMJ pain. They […]
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