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Dr. Mike Westman explains using a mouthguard to treat sleep apnea

March 26, 2019

Do you suffer from sleep apnea? Are you frustrated with invasive treatments that make it difficult for you to fall asleep or stay asleep? Are you looking for something that can treat your sleep apnea more effectively without interrupting your sleep? Most people who suffer from sleep apnea find themselves in exactly the same position. […]

Dr. Mike Westman explains how a misaligned jaw can cause TMJ

March 26, 2019

Do you have TMJ symptoms like headaches, jaw or neck pain? The truth is, you can have a bite that looks perfectly straight to the untrained eye and still have a misaligned jaw. You may think that this is only a minor problem, one that is more of a cosmetic concern than anything else. You […]

TMJ specialist Dr. Mike Westman talks about migraine headaches

March 26, 2019

If you suffer from frequent migraine headaches, there are a number of potential triggers and causes that could be contributing to your pain. However, one of the lesser known possibilities is TMJ, or temporomandibular joint dysfunction. While there are many symptoms linked to TMJ, persistent headaches are likely to be one of the most disruptive […]

Is posture related to TMJ? Dr. Mike Westman explains

March 26, 2019

Today, the medical and dental research community has verified a link between posture and temporomandibular joint dysfunction, better known as TMJ. TMJ can be caused and exacerbated by many factors, not the least of which is poor posture. If you have joint pain and have been wondering, “Is posture related to tmj?,” this short and […]

Can a dentist treat neck pain?

March 26, 2019

Do you suffer from chronic neck pain? You may be surprised to learn that your neck pain could potentially be associated with your TMJ instead of a neck problem. Neck pain may be caused by TMJ and, if it is, your dentist may be able to treat the condition more effectively than any other type […]

Dr. Mike Westman discusses sleep apnea symptoms in women

March 26, 2019

Are there unique sleep apnea symptoms in women? Are sleep apnea symptoms in women different from those symptoms that are typically recorded in men? As is the case with many other diseases, the symptoms may be completely different for women than they are for men. In addition, sleep apnea is sometimes misdiagnosed in women, as […]

Suffering From TMJ? How to Balance Your Bite in 4 Simple Steps

March 26, 2019

Suffering from TMJ? Do you suffer from pain caused by TMJ? Are you frustrated because you notice that your smile is not as bright and beautiful as it once was? You may be surprised that you can take care of both problems in only four simple steps. Imagine being able to ease TMJ?pain and discomfort […]

Why your TMJ dentist needs a chiropractor

March 26, 2019

If you suffer from TMJ, there can be a number of causes. One of the first things that you need to do is find a good TMJ dentist that is accustomed to dealing with this condition and how to effectively treat it. Another thing that you should seriously consider is finding a good chiropractor that […]

Are crooked teeth bad for your health?

March 26, 2019

Crooked teeth can ruin a person’s smile and self-confidence, but they can also cause and contribute to a variety of other problems. These issues can have serious consequences inside and outside of the mouth. Are crooked teeth bad for your health? Yes, and here’s a look at why and how this is so.? Crooked teeth […]

My wife snores. Is this normal?

March 26, 2019

Approximately 30 percent of women snore – even though very few women think they do. Snoring can be caused by sleep deprivation as well as other health problems. If you think that snoring is something only middle-aged men do, it may be time to think again – and take steps to find out why your […]

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