TMD: The Great Imposter TMJ
Disorders can be frequently unexplained or misdiagnosed and therefore, unsuccessfully treated or left un-treated while patients are labeled as hypochondriacs and told "it's all in your head" .
What is TMD? And Do You Have It?
Self-help hints to give you temporary, minor relief from some symptoms if there is a time lapse before your appointment with a licensed health care practitioner.
Headaches and Dental Health
Headaches are our number one pain problem in the US. Today, there is growing realization that a common cause of tension headaches is a bad bite.
TMJ and Dental Health
"TMJ Disorders" is a common term for Craniomandibular Dysfunction, a collection of symptoms which result when the chewing muscles and jaw joints do not work together correctly.
The TMJ: A Most Unique Joint
The temporomandibular joint is the most unique joint in the whole body: it is two joints in one; its function is dictated by another structure (the teeth); and it has an articular disc located between the ball and socket.
Could you have a problem?
Research has shown that 5 - 15% of the population may suffer from a Temporomandibular Disorder. Does that include you? Not sure? Find out quickly and inexpensively with the TMJ Scale.
The Referral Area
The referral area provides a quick and easy way to locate Medical and Dental Professional Members in your area who have specific knowledge and skills in this field.
4-Part Craniofacial Pain Mini-Residency Program Class 6
Session 1: September 23-24-25, 2010 – Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Session 2: November 11-12-13, 2010– Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Session 3: February 17-18-19, 2011 – Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
Session 4: April 28-29-30 , 2011– Dallas/Fort Worth, TX
American Airlines Training and Conference Center - Dallas, TX
AACP 26th Annual International Clinical Symposium
The Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel
"SAVE THE DATE"
Dental Sleep Medicine Mini-Residency Module I: October 7-9, 2010 - Boston, MA
Module II:December 9-11, 2010 - Boston, MA
Module III: March 31-April 2, 2011 - Boston, MA
Tufts University School of Dental Medicine - Boston MA
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