Why Do I Feel This Way?

Do you often wake with unexplained headaches, or do you frequently experience discomfort in your jaw? It is not uncommon to experience both of these symptoms from time to time; however, if you find that you are constantly in a state of discomfort or have headaches daily, you may be suffering from a common condition. If left untreated, this condition can negatively impact your quality of life. Thankfully, we offer treatment options to help improve and eliminate your symptoms. Continue reading to learn more about this condition and the importance of receiving treatment.

What Does Jaw Discomfort Mean?

Do you often experience discomfort in your jaw? Does your jaw feel uncomfortable after eating a big meal or after speaking for a long time? There could be a number of reasons your jaw might be giving you trouble. It is not uncommon to have discomfort in your jaw from time to time; however, if it happens frequently, it can be cause for concern. Frequent jaw tenderness or discomfort is a warning sign that there is something more severe happening in your mouth.

Do I have TMD? What Should I Do?

Do you experience discomfort in your jaws? Does either side of your jaw make a “clicking” sound when you open and close your mouth? Have you ever been unable to completely close your mouth after a huge yawn (or any time) because your jaw seems frozen open? These are just a few of the symptoms you might experience if you have TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder. Read on to learn more about this sometimes debilitating disorder.