Patient Questions

How Chewing System Inflammation Can Trigger Migraines

By raleighfacialpain on August 29, 2024
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 […]
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Dental Orthotic Devices: What They Are and How They Help

By raleighfacialpain on July 22, 2024
Do you have jaw pain or trouble chewing? You're not alone. Many people have TMJ disorders. This can hurt a lot and make daily life hard. Orthotic devices might help. They are made to ease TMJ pain and make your mouth healthier. Learning about these devices is a good first step to a happier smile. […]
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ENT & TMD

By raleighfacialpain on October 10, 2021
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 […]
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PROSTHODONTIST & TMD

By raleighfacialpain on September 10, 2021
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 […]
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Big Question: Grind - Clench

By raleighfacialpain on September 2, 2021
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 […]
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Dentistry & Destructive Grind/Clench

By digdev on August 3, 2021
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) […]
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