Do you wake up with a sore jaw or a dull headache? Does your jaw click or pop when you chew? These can be signs of TMJ disorder, a condition that affects the temporomandibular joint, which connects your lower jaw to your skull. Common symptoms include jaw pain, frequent headaches, earaches, facial tension, and trouble […]
TMJ/TMD
Understanding TMJ: What Your Jaw Pain Is Trying to Tell You
Jaw pain is easy to brush off at first. You may think it is stress, teeth grinding, or even just sleeping in a bad position. But when discomfort keeps coming back, your jaw may be trying to tell you something more. TMJ disorder affects the temporomandibular joints, which connect your jaw to your skull and […]
Targeted TMJ Treatment in Lake Ozark
Do you suffer from persistent jaw pain, headaches, or difficulty chewing? If so, you might be dealing with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. Many residents of Lake Ozark, including those in Osage Beach, Camdenton, Eldon, and Sunrise Beach, face chronic discomfort caused by this all-too-common issue. The good news? Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in […]
Don’t Let Stress Hurt Your Smile
Hello, I’m Dr. Ronald Massie. At my Lake Ozark practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. Lake Ozark men and women may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health. Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, periodontal disease, and poor oral hygiene can […]
Suffering From Jaw Pain?
At Premier Dental & Oral Health Group in Lake Ozark we treat several causes of pain in the oral area. In this blog post we will discuss jaw pain. The jaw is a sliding hinge joint, and its full name is the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ for short. TMJ disorder (TMJ/TMD) is more common than […]
