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If you live with clicking sounds when you chew, pain in your jaw, and persistent headaches, you may have TMJ disorder. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge that connects your lower jaw to your skull. This joint is responsible for helping you chew, talk, and yawn. When something goes wrong with it, it can […]

If it hurts to chew, yawn, and sometimes even talk, you may be dealing with a TMJ disorder. But there’s good news. Today, the treatment of TMJ disorders is easier than ever (and less intrusive than treatments in the past). In The Woodlands, Texas, Dr. Leah Zils offers personalized care to help reduce the strain […]

Waking up with unexplained pain or discomfort can be frustrating and impact your whole day. If you find yourself regularly experiencing stiffness or soreness around your jaw, you may be one of many people unknowingly dealing with temporomandibular joint disorder, commonly known as TMJ. At Leah Zils, DDS, we offer expert diagnosis and treatment options […]

TMJ pain can affect every area of life, including how you eat, the quality of your sleep, and how well you can focus during the day. This condition can also cause headaches and neck pain, leaving you feeling tense and exhausted. Fortunately, Dr. Leah Zils can help with dentist-approved methods to relieve TMJ pain. 1. […]

Bruxism is just a medical term for grinding or clenching your teeth, usually while you’re asleep. That’s what makes teeth grinding hazardous to your oral and overall health, because there’s a good chance you don’t even know you’re doing it! Our dental office in The Woodlands is here to help you learn more about bruxism and the damage it can […]

Think you have TMJ? Try this at home! Bet you never thought a dentist would tell you to try a treatment at home! But here’s the thing, none of the home treatments for TMJ pose any dangers to people without TMJ. Wait. Back up. What the heck is TMJ? TMJ is a disorder of the […]