Blog: Treatment for Bruxism and TMJ

Teeth grinding and clenching, commonly called bruxism, is a serious issue because it causes extreme wear and tear on teeth. In addition, it typically occurs during sleep, leaving the sufferer in a dilemma. In other words, you can’t stop doing it if you aren’t aware.

Fortunately, your dentist in Evansville, IN, recognizes the symptoms of bruxism and can provide an evaluation ...

Bruxism is a severe habit that typically occurs during sleep. In fact, you may not know you have it at first, but your Evansville, IN, dentist can spot the telltale signs early and save you a lot of pain and time in the dental chair. For this reason (and so many more), it’s essential to visit us for regular checkups ...

Do you suffer from pain or tenderness when you bite or chew? Do you often have neck or shoulder pain? Do you suffer from frequent headaches? Did you know that all of these issues could be related to problems with your temporomandibular joint (TMJ)?

What is TMJ?

Your jaw joint is one of the most complex joints in your body because ...