Blog tag: jaw clenching

Jul

31

2018

Why does my jaw hurt? We explore TMJ disorder…

If you find it difficult to open your jaw, experience clicking and popping or misaligned teeth, you might have TMJ disorder. But what is it?

At Number 18 Dental, we see a fair few patients who are convinced they have something wrong with their teeth when in actual fact they’re experiencing pain associated with their temporomandibular joint (TMJ). The TMJ works like a hinge, which connects your jawbone to your skull. If you experience difficulty […]

Is teeth grinding stressing you out?

Teeth grinding can cause serious problems for your teeth and may be a sign of other health issues. Speak to your dentist before it grinds you down!

Teeth grinding (or bruxism) affects around 6 million people in the UK. While episodes may come and go for many of us, persistent grinding can lead to discomfort, tension and further health problems. What is teeth grinding? In 80% of cases, teeth grinding occurs during sleep and you or your […]