TMJ

TMJ October 28, 2015

Relaxation, rest can ease TMJ pain

TMJ is actually the abbreviation for the joint that connects the mandible (lower jaw) to the temporal bone (skull). You can feel the joints move when you place your fingers in front of your ears and open and close your mouth.

Gum Disease October 23, 2015

Roommates’ toothbrushes likely contain each other’s fecal matter, study says

If you share a bathroom with a roommate or a partner, there’s a good chance your toothbrush contains that person’s fecal matter, a new study suggests.

Gum Disease October 23, 2015

One-fourth of Americans lie to dentists about flossing, survey finds

More than a quarter of Americans lie about it, and 36 percent say they would rather do an unpleasant activity like cleaning the toilet or working on their taxes.

VIDEO January 2, 2014

Why does my jaw hurt in cold weather?

Jaw pain in the cold

VIDEO August 16, 2013

Targeting jaw pain

Nerve stimulation for TMJ