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What Is TMJ?
What Is TMJ?

Restorative Dentistry

What Is TMJ?

Do You Have TMJ? Get diagnosed and receive treatment. TMJ is the abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint—the connection between the lower jaw (mandible) and the skull. When things are working normally, this joint opens and closes even and smoothly. Your teeth and jaw close and interact with perfect alignment. Other times, however, things can get a little "out of whack." TMJ disorders can cause jaw pain, clicking or popping within the joint, and headaches. It may be hard to identify the problems without a [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2022-04-05T08:00:43-07:00April 5, 2022|Restorative Dentistry|

Experiencing Jaw Pain?
Experiencing Jaw Pain?

Restorative Dentistry

Experiencing Jaw Pain?

Jaw Pain May Have Several Causes Sometimes jaw pain is just temporary. You may have over-used the muscles while chewing hard food, or even just slept on that side in an awkward position. Other times, however, chronic jaw pain can be a symptom of something more. It could be a problem associated with your TMJ (temporomandibular joint), and/or a malocclusion (poor bite) in which your teeth don't close together properly. TMJ Disorder Your temporomandibular joint is the connection between your lower jaw (mandible) and [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2021-07-20T08:00:31-07:00July 20, 2021|Restorative Dentistry|

Pacifier Teeth
Pacifier Teeth

Children's Dentistry

Pacifier Teeth

Babies and Toddlers May Develop "Pacifier Teeth" Problems can result from comforting habits. Pacifier Teeth, a dental condition that affects babies and toddlers, can be the result of either too much thumb-sucking or pacifier use. We all know that babies love sucking on their bottles, pacifiers, and even their thumbs. But, if it goes on too long, it can become a bad habit that threatens the health and development of teeth. How does pacifier teeth happen? The suction creates such a strong force that [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2021-06-15T08:00:30-07:00June 15, 2021|Children's Dentistry|

TMJ Symptoms
TMJ Symptoms

Restorative Dentistry

TMJ Symptoms

Know the Warning Signs! TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, which is the connecting joint between the jawbone and skull. When muscles, jawbone, and teeth all operate properly, biting and chewing is coordinated to be smooth and pain-free. Sometimes, however, things can get "out of whack." When teeth don't line up properly in the upper or lower jaws, the extra muscular stress causes muscle and jaw pain. Symptoms range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain in the face, head, neck, and teeth, plus earaches [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-05-26T08:00:11-07:00May 26, 2020|Restorative Dentistry|

“Is it a Cavity?”
“Is it a Cavity?”

Restorative Dentistry

“Is it a Cavity?”

Or something else... While most people think a toothache automatically means a cavity (or the need for a root canal), several other conditions can also cause temperature sensitivity, pain during chewing, and other symptoms typically associated with a toothache. Here are some of those causes: Gum Recession. When patients experience gum recession (which can be caused by periodontal disease, genetics, or neglect) the root surfaces of teeth are exposed. This part of the tooth can be very sensitive to hot and cold temperatures, similar [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-04-07T08:00:37-07:00April 7, 2020|Restorative Dentistry|

Mystery Diagnosis… TMJ
Mystery Diagnosis… TMJ

Restorative Dentistry

Mystery Diagnosis… TMJ

Temporomandibular Joint disorder—TMJ—often disguises the source of the pain it inflicts. Although it originates in the jaw joint, sometimes the pain appears to emerge from an entirely different part of the head. Many people living with TMJ don't know what's behind their suffering. Their teeth themselves feel fine. So they suspect the flu, an allergy, or something psychosomatic. Something temporary. TMJ is not temporary! Symptoms range from mildly annoying discomfort to severe, debilitating pain in the face, head, neck, and teeth, plus earaches and [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-12-04T08:00:58-08:00December 4, 2018|Restorative Dentistry|