Blog: TMJ/TMD Treatment

Sudden jaw pain can feel alarming. One minute everything’s fine, and the next you’re convinced something is seriously wrong with a tooth. That sharp zing or lingering ache certainly feels dental, so it’s natural to assume a cavity or crack is to blame. But here’s the surprising part: sometimes your teeth aren’t the culprit at all.

Jaw pain can originate from ...

“More than 70 percent of dentists surveyed by the American Dental Association (ADA) Health Policy Institute are seeing an increase of patients experiencing teeth grinding and clenching, conditions often associated with stress.”

The uptick began in 2020, and at the time of the survey, the increase was attributed to uncertainty about the COVID-19 pandemic.

Other factors may include:

• Economic Anxiety ...