Temporomandibular Joint

Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, characterized by pain and dysfunction in the jaw joint and surrounding muscles, can significantly impact your quality of life. There are various causes of TMJ disorders. However, Dr. John Pappas at Arcadia Dental Arts understands that stress is among the most common and often overlooked contributors.  Knowing the connection between stress and TMJ […]

The body is prone to make noises. Sometimes those noises are harmless. For example, the pop you hear from cracking knuckles is not damaging to your joints, But some noises could indicate an underlying condition or may require you to seek treatment. When your jaw clicks, it could be a sign that you have temporomandibular joint

Has your jaw ever hurt? The likely answer is that, yes, at some point, your jaw has hurt, and that’s entirely normal. However, some people experience continuous and recurring pain in their upper jaw. This is where it connects to the roof of their mouth. It seems that no matter what they do, they somehow

Do you deal with persistent and chronic headaches? Are you experiencing problems with your jaw joint that seem to contribute to this discomfort? You may be surprised to learn that there is a connection between chronic headaches and migraines and one’s oral health and wellness. This connection, known as the temporomandibular joint, may be the