When you lose a tooth, you may be quick to worry about the appearance of your smile or how difficult it may be to eat certain foods. While aesthetics and chewing function are certainly concerns of missing teeth, there are other less obvious consequences that you need to be aware of. Even one missing tooth … View Post
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Hidden Drawbacks of Missing Teeth
Grinding Out Jaw Problems
Jaw pain is something you should never ignore. If you have jaw popping or clicking, tension headaches (especially in the morning), facial pain or damaged/worn teeth, you may have a condition called TMD, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. There are three structural parts to TMD: the joint between your lower jaw and upper skull, your teeth … View Post