October 6th, 2024
Dental crowns are prosthetic devices used in dentistry to restore the shape, size, strength, and appearance of damaged teeth. Made from materials like porcelain, metal alloys, or ceramics, crowns are custom-designed to fit over a tooth that has been weakened by decay, fracture, or root canal treatment. The process of placing a crown typically involves…
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September 30th, 2024
Muscle pain in the jaw, known as myofascial pain, can be caused by several factors. One common cause is temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ), which affects the muscles controlling the jaw and can lead to pain, stiffness, and difficulty in moving the jaw. Bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching), often linked to stress, is another major cause.…
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September 28th, 2024
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, often referred to as TMD, affect the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, causing pain, discomfort, and limited jaw mobility. Dentists play a key role in diagnosing and treating TMJ disorders, using a variety of approaches tailored to the patient’s symptoms and condition severity. The first step in treatment involves a comprehensive…
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