Blog: TMJ & Bruxism

TMJ is a serious condition that can impact life quality. If you have TMJ, the temporomandibular joints are not functioning as they should; these joints connect your lower jaw to your lower face, allowing for purposeful movements such as eating, yawning, and speaking.

In severe cases, TMJ may require surgery.

TMJ is sometimes linked to bruxism (teeth grinding and clenching).

How Do ...

Are you struggling with TMJ pain? Do you grind your teeth while you sleep (also known as bruxism)? In both cases, it is crucial to your dental health that your dentist treats these conditions. 

There are many painful and inconvenient symptoms associated with bruxism and TMJ disorder, and our Concord, NH dental office can help you find relief from your ...

Bruxism Vs. TMJ

Bruxism and TMJ are both fairly common dental-related conditions, and they have comparable symptoms. Because of the similar symptoms, it’s important that you visit an experienced dentist to ensure that your condition is properly diagnosed. 

What is Bruxism?

Bruxism is a disorder that causes a patient to grind their teeth involuntarily while sleeping. This can cause intense joint pain, ...