If you’re dealing with constant jaw pain, stiffness, clicking sounds, or headaches, you could have a TMJ disorder. A TMJ disorder is a dysfunction of the temporomandibular joints (TMJ) on either side of your jaw. TMJ disorders are a common condition, because there are so...
If you’re experiencing chronic jaw pain or stiffness, you could have a TMJ disorder. But what does that mean? What causes TMJ disorders, and do they ever go away? If you have TMJ disorder symptoms, should you see a dentist or a doctor? We answer...
Grinding your teeth can do a lot more than keep you up at night. Teeth grinding—a condition called bruxism—causes a wide range of side effects, many of which affect your teeth. We put together this guide on the different ways bruxism can affect your teeth,...
Jaw pain got you down? You could have a TMJ disorder, a condition that affects the mobility of your jaw. Depending on what’s causing your pain, correcting the alignment of your teeth might help. Let’s explore this topic a little further, and discuss whether Invisalign...
Do you frequently wake up with a sore mouth or jaw? If you are grinding your teeth in your sleep, then your teeth are probably suffering. Lifetime Family Dental wants to help you keep your teeth in excellent shape and we can treat the effects...
Most of us are aware that stress can cause health issues in the body, such as high blood pressure and heart disease. But did you know that stress has a profoundly negative effect on your oral health as well? Our team at Lifetime Family Dental...
Missing teeth can be downright embarrassing. People feel self conscious when there is a big gap between their teeth. Even if other people are not put off by a missing tooth in your smile, may still feel embarrassed. As much as restoring your beautiful smile...
Bruxism is a condition that is identified by jaw clenching and tooth grinding. It can wear down your teeth while you sleep, and it can cause severe jaw pain. In some cases, it may lead to the need for TMJ surgery. Lifetime Family Dental in...
If you experience pain or tenderness in your jaw, an aching pain around your ear, difficulty chewing, or pain when opening or closing your mouth, you might have temporomandibular disorder, commonly referred to as TMD. Lifetime Family Dental,with offices in the Mesa and Chandler areas,...