What is an atypical earache? While most people associate earaches with common issues like infections or fluid buildup, atypical earaches can present a unique set of challenges. These earaches often manifest in ways that are not easily attributed to standard causes, leading to confusion and concern for those affected. Atypical earaches may result from various […]

When dealing with frequent headaches, you might not consider the connection between your jaw and migraines, but understanding "how chewing system inflammation can trigger migraines" is crucial. Inflammation in the chewing system, particularly in the jaw muscles and joints, can lead to significant discomfort and even provoke migraine episodes. This article explores the link between […]

What is orthotic therapy? This question is pivotal for those seeking relief from foot, knee, or back pain caused by misalignment or improper support. Orthotic therapy involves the use of custom-made devices designed to correct and support the alignment of your feet and body. These devices help alleviate pain, improve function, and enhance overall comfort. […]

Atypical earache is hint of moderate to severe damage in jaw joint (TMD) A episodic non progressive earache that does not respond to antibiotic and has no inflammation in ear canal. Atypical earache can be referred pain from moderate to severe damage jaw joint (TMD) Repetitive trips to PCP or ENT for earache w/o infection […]

PRECISE CROWN & BRIDGE & IMPLANTS should never be placed in DESTRUCTIVE GRINDER until the destructive force has been lower to non destructive level. Destructive Grinding: Why would you put precise, gorgeous, well designed, occlusal perfect crowns & implants in front of such a destructive force. That's TITANTIC THINKING ? 1) Place a beautiful sculpture […]

Three levels of damage: 1) Mild, 2) Moderate, 3) Destructive With proper training, the dentist can manage mild to moderate grind & clench. Destructive grind & clench requires chewing system orthopedic team and implementation of 11 tools to lower it's destructive effect New speciality, Orofacial Pain Specialist, was created for patients to seek knowledge beyond […]

2/3 of the money spent in dentistry is treating damage from destructive grind & clench, not cause ? If you want teeth for the rest of your life, you must manage all 3 diseases: Cavities Gum Disease Destructive grind/clench 3 levels of damage to chewing system from grinding-clenching? Mild Moderate Severe (destructive) Important facts: 1) […]

Sensitivity Choices: 1) Recession. 2) Crack 3) Cavity. 4) Cervical erosion SENSITIVITY IS SIGN DESTRUCTIVE GRIND-CLENCH; 1) One of earliest symptoms of outside nerve irritation is sensitivity, 2) unexplained sensitivity, no cavity, no crack, no gum dissease 3) Tooth sensitivity is a neuropathic symptom 4) It is an alloydnia, like skin sensitivity to a sunburn. […]

Neuropathy Trigeminal Nerve OROFACIAL PAIN SPECIALIST Types trigeminal neurology 1) Inflammation 5th nerve of head2) 5th nerve damage Types 5th nerve pathologies 1) Tension Headache2) Neuralgia, Neuritis, Neuroma3) Burning mouth Headaches (old terms)1) Tension HA2) Mixed HA3) Migraine HA4) Neurovascular HA Types Headaches: 1) Tension Headache: 48% females, 38% males2) Migraine Headache: 18% females, 8% […]

Pain, a sore spot or discomfort are never pleasant, but it can be a little unsettling if it’s unexplained facial pain, or if you believe that you have no good reason for discomfort. Dr. Keith A. Yount at Raleigh Facial Pain Center in Raleigh, NC stresses the importance of having access to a board-certified, residency-trained […]