Night Guards: Why They Feel Tight, Common Causes, and When to See a Dentist
A night guard feeling tight is commonly attributed to initial adjustment, jaw muscle activity from bruxism, subtle tooth shifts, material degradation,...
By Jordan
Category: Oral Health
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TMJ Disorders: Understanding Ear Symptoms and Hearing Loss Concerns
While temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders frequently cause ear-related symptoms like pain and tinnitus, they are generally not considered a direct...
By Jordan
Bad Breath: Understanding Halitosis, Its Causes, and Gender Myths
No, bad breath, or halitosis, affects individuals of all sexes equally and is primarily caused by oral bacteria, poor hygiene, and other physiological...
By Alex
Bite Force: Methods, Safety, and Increasing Your Jaw Strength
Increasing bite force is achievable through targeted resistance training of masticatory muscles, combined with maintaining excellent dental health and...
By Hart
Trismus (Lockjaw): How to Measure Jaw Opening, Causes, and When to Seek Medical Advice
Checking for trismus, also known as lockjaw, involves objectively measuring the maximum interincisal opening (MIO) using a ruler or specialized device...
By Alex
Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ): Anatomy, Function, and Disorders (TMD)
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the complex jaw joint connecting the mandible to the skull, and "full TMJ" colloquially refers to a com...
By Alex
Underbite: Impact on Speech, Causes, and Treatment Options
An underbite, a dental misalignment, significantly affects speech production by altering the precise positioning and interaction of the tongue, lips, ...
By Alex
Jaw Feeling Dislocated on One Side: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments for TMJ Dysfunction
The sensation of a jaw feeling dislocated on one side commonly indicates a temporomandibular disorder (TMD) or dysfunction within the TMJ or its surro...
By Jordan
Jaw Occlusion: Understanding Its Mechanics, Types, Importance, and Issues
Jaw occlusion refers to the precise manner in which your upper and lower teeth meet, a complex system involving teeth, jaw bones, TMJs, and masticator...
By Alex
