The Hidden Dental Source of Your Headaches and Shoulder Pain
How We Treat TMD
If you have recurring headaches, aching shoulders, a strained neck, and aching or popping jaws, it may not just be the result of too many hours spent at the office or bad ergonomics in your daily life. In fact, you may be suffering from temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD, commonly referred to as TMJ), a complex disorder of the jaw joint and muscles that leads to pain and limited mobility. Various factors can cause TMD, including trauma, stress, hormonal changes, or improperly aligned jaws. Sometimes teeth are worn down or missing due to accident or disease, and your jaw can no longer settle into its natural, relaxed position. In response, muscles in the area become tense, and pain radiates from the jaw outward. Often patients become accustomed to this pain without realizing how much it’s affecting their quality of life. Luckily, TMD is nearly always treatable by simply addressing your dental malocclusion and returning your jaw to its natural position. Often, this will involve using Invisalign to straighten your teeth and correct any problems with your bite. This advanced
dental technology, honed over years and used by millions of patients, uses virtually invisible, removable aligners to straighten your teeth without clunky metal braces, wires, or headgear. And the transformation happens much quicker than with older technologies — you can expect to feel better in just 9–15 months! For patients suffering with persistent headaches or even migraines, we have another solution that doesn’t require drugs or surgery. We can provide you with an NTI device, a small oral appliance that relaxes the muscles near the scalp, relieving the tension that causes the large majority of headaches. In clinical trials of this FDA-approved device, 82 percent of patients had 77 percent fewer migraine events. It’s easy to use, effective, and very affordable. If you’re suffering from an aching head, sore neck muscles, or the symptoms of a misaligned jaw line, there’s no reason to deal with it any longer. Call Dr. Jones and the Jones Smiles team at 770-965-3048 and take the first step toward a pain-free life and a beautiful, healthy smile! SMILE-FRIENDLY RECIPES
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SPICY CHIMICHURRI GRILLED CHEESE
Add a nutritional punch and plenty of flavor to this classic American dish by swapping out white bread and processed cheese for something a little more creative.
For chimichurri: • 2 jalapeños Ingredients
• Juice of 1 lime • 2 teaspoons honey For sandwiches: • 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4 green onions • 1/2 cup cilantro • 1 clove garlic • 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 ripe avocado, cut into slices • 2–4 ounces fresh mozzarella • 4 slices whole-wheat bread
Instructions
1. Pulse chimichurri ingredients in a food processor or blender until combined but not puréed. Add extra olive oil as needed. 2. Heat grill or skillet to medium-low. Brush outsides of bread with olive oil. Smear 1 tablespoon chimichurri on each slice of bread. Place a layer of avocado and cheese between slices. 3. Cook gently until bread is crisp and cheese is melted. 4. Slice and serve.
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