TMJ & Sleep Apnea
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea
At times, the airway may become completely blocked, which stops the passage of any air into your lungs. This is called apnea.
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Bruxism
One of the most frequent problems related to your bite is the involuntary side-to-side grinding of your teeth, called bruxism.
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Treatments for Bruxism
Bruxism is the involuntary side-to-side grinding of your teeth. It is typically done during sleep and is often associated with temporomandibular joint dysfunction
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Temporomandibular Joint
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the most complicated joint in the body.
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TMJ Normal
In a healthy joint, the head of the lower jaw bone moves smoothly up and down the joint, and the disc comfortably cushions the movement.
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TMJ Clicking
Clicking is caused when pressure from the lower jaw bone squeezes the disc and causes it to bulge.
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TMJ Locking
Locking is caused when pressure from the lower jaw bone squeezes the disc and causes it to bulge.
