The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) allows you to perform various movements crucial to your daily life. It connects your lower jaw to your skull on either side of your face, so you can open and close your mouth. Many people don’t think twice about these movements, but you suffer from jaw pain. Biting, chewing, or yawning can be painful; however, those aren’t the only challenges you face. Migraines and TMJ go together. You don’t have to live with chronic jaw pain or reoccurring migraines. Your dentist has the solutions you need to take control of your quality of life.

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If your energy levels have been running on empty lately, a bad mattress might not have been the cause. You may not have expected obstructive sleep apnea to be the culprit, but it’s easy to treat with an oral appliance. The device is custom-made to fit your mouth like a glove, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be an adjustment period. If your first couple of nights don’t go as easily as you anticipated, don’t give up on your oral appliance yet. Here are a few tips to help you adjust to get a good night’s rest.

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