Jaw alignment affects more than just appearance Misaligned jaws don’t just affect looks. They can interfere with how the teeth meet, making chewing inefficient and leading to long-term joint strain, uneven pressure, and muscle fatigue. Over time, these imbalances may trigger chronic jaw pain or clicking sounds while opening the mouth. People might also experience…
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You’ve heard that jaw surgery is only cosmetic, but your bite tells a different story The mirror shows one thing. Your chewing says another. You struggle to bite evenly. Your teeth don’t touch where they should. You skip certain foods. Sometimes, you wake up with jaw pain. Cosmetic concerns may be visible. But functional ones…
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The bleeding stops, but you’re still cautious with every sip and every word The first few hours are all about gauze. You bite down gently. Change it when soaked. Avoid spitting. Avoid rinsing. You feel the clot form. That clot is everything. It seals the site. Starts the repair. But it’s fragile. You speak softly.…
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You’re given a date, and it feels both distant and too close at once The calendar mark becomes heavier each day. You try not to count. But you do. Your dentist gave you the basics. Brush. Rinse. Rest. But the questions still echo. What do I eat? How long will I be numb? Will I…
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You felt pressure in your jaw long before any real pain appeared It wasn’t sharp. Just pressure. Somewhere near the back of your mouth. You assumed it was nothing. Maybe stress. Maybe clenching. But it didn’t leave. Days passed. Then weeks. And now chewing feels different. You press your tongue back and something resists. Something…
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It doesn’t always start with pain, but something begins to feel different There’s pressure at the back of your mouth.Not sharp, not constant—just… there.You might feel gum tenderness.Sometimes you notice swelling without knowing why.Or maybe it’s harder to open your mouth fully.Nothing dramatic.Just enough to make you wonder.Then the dentist looks at your x-ray.And that’s…
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You might not realize the jaw is even involved Your jaw feels like background.You chew, speak, yawn.And it works.Until it doesn’t.The change is usually quiet.You feel tension.Or hear a soft click.Sometimes your jaw stops opening fully.You tell yourself it’s stress.You think you slept wrong.But nothing improves.And that’s when the questions begin. The pain stays, even…
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You might not realize what they actually do You hear the term and imagine something vague.Something about jaws, maybe teeth.But you’re not sure.You assume it’s dental.Then you hear about tumors.Or facial trauma.Or nerve repair.And it sounds bigger than what you pictured.Oral and maxillofacial surgery covers more than people expect.It touches bones, muscles, joints, nerves, even…
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Managing pain and bleeding after a tooth extraction is crucial for a smooth recovery. As an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, I have seen firsthand how the right strategies can make a significant difference. Here are some effective methods to alleviate these post-extraction issues.
Jaw joint pain, often referred to as temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, is a common condition that can cause significant discomfort and affect daily activities like eating and speaking. As someone who has dedicated their career to oral and maxillofacial surgery, I’ve seen firsthand how debilitating this condition can be for patients. It’s important to understand the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for TMJ disorders.
