One of the most surprising things about temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ or TMD) is how far-reaching its symptoms can be. People can experience symptoms as far away as their fingers and low back. But these connections aren’t one-way, either. Problems elsewhere in the body can contribute to the development of TMJ. Now [...]
We know that the body is a complex web of interrelated functions. When you have a problem with one system, it can lead to problems elsewhere. Often, we talk about this in terms of how poor oral health can negatively impact your heart, your brain, and other systems. However, sometimes it goes the other way: [...]
Placing dental crowns is a powerful restorative dentistry procedure. Crowns can take a tooth that is unattractive, cracked, badly decayed, or otherwise seriously damaged and make it healthy and functional again. When properly fitted, they can last for decades. But if a dental crown doesn’t fit right, it can [...]
Last week, Missouri voters approved medical marijuana use by a hefty margin. The Amendment will go into effect in December, and the long process of transitioning the state to allowing marijuana for medical purposes begins. While it is possible that medical marijuana (MMJ) could help with migraines and other chronic pain conditions, [...]
Do you experience chronic toothaches? Are you not sure what is causing them? Have you been unable to find the cause of the pain? Sometimes the cause of pain in your tooth can be far from the tooth itself, such as in the jaw joint or muscles. Here is how you can figure out if [...]
