If you’ve never heard of TMJ, TMJ dysfunction, or TMD, you’re not alone. However, in order to provide diagnosis for patients suffering from this oral health conditions, patients need to be informed about the warning signs and risk factors associated with this oral health condition. TMD occurs when the small temporomandibular joints (TMJ) connecting the jaw and skull bone are damaged. TMJ dysfunction is a difficult condition to pin down. A dentist’s best bet when it comes to making an accurate diagnosis, is for a patient to understand and monitor changes in jaw function that indicate they may suffer from TMD and contact their dentist to receive an evaluation. Keep reading to find out more about some of the warnings signs and risk factors associated with TMJ dysfunction.
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September 12, 2017
What is TMJ?
January 30, 2017
Who is a Candidate for a Dental Implant in Whiting?
Smile gaps affect your appearance, self-image and oral function. Who wants to smile broadly or laugh loudly if you are missing teeth right in the front of your mouth? Eating and speaking are impacted as well. Change your outlook and your health when you look into dental implants from Whiting dentists, Drs. Robert and Daniel Berquist. Dental implants in Crown Point provide superior aesthetics, stability and longevity. Could you be a candidate for these outstanding tooth replacements?
October 19, 2016
Dentists in Whiting Advise Best Diet for Your Teeth
The bacteria in our mouths love processed sugars and carbohydrates. Tooth decay and gum disease often result. Besides avoiding these dietary choices, what can you eat to protect your teeth, gums and bone structure? Dentists in Whiting, Dr. Daniel Berquist and Dr. Robert Berquist, suggest foods that actually confer great protection. When combined with at-home brushing, flossing, in-office exams and hygienic cleanings, proper diet builds a lifetime of healthy, attractive smiles.
