“Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are disorders of the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and the nerves associated with chronic facial pain. Any problem that prevents the complex system of muscles, bones, and joints from working together in harmony may result in temporomandibular disorder.” (Johns Hopkins) TMD’s usually occur between the ages of 30 and 50, but can … Read more
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) frequently causes pain or tenderness in the temporomandibular joint of the jaw, more commonly known as the TMJ. This complex joint plays a crucial role in our daily activities, enabling us to chew, swallow, yawn, and speak. The TMJ also has a wide range of movement, and it is surrounded by muscles … Read more
We’re kicking off a new blog series here at Dental Care of Sumner! For the rest of 2019, we will be highlighting different autoimmune diseases bimonthly and discussing their impacts on oral health, and vice versa. Autoimmune diseases are wide-ranging diseases that affect many systems of the body but commonly, the diseases cause the body … Read more
