If you are hearing ringing noise in your ears when there is no external sound source around you, chances are that you have tinnitus. Nearly a third of the population suffers from Tinnitus; ringing in the ears. And, of that third about 25% percent have it seriously enough to seek medical attention. The sounds you hear [...]
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How to Get and Keep Your Doctors Attention
Does this sound familiar? Doctor: I want to get to the bottom of your complaint, identify it, understand it and treat it. Patient: I don’t want to be seen as hysterical or “stressed out”. Doctor: I want patients to present themselves clearly and Confidently. Patient: I am afraid of sounding aggressive, [...]
Tips for Winter Blues
Tips to get us past “The Winter Blues” Seasonal Affective disorder (SAD): I’m sure you all have heard of it before. It comes with many names: winter blues, cabin fever, winter rut. It’s characterized by the mild depression, lack of motivation, and low energy that many people experience during this cold season. It’s that time [...]
5 Life Lessons I’ve Learned From Thousands of TMJ Disorder Patients
With 10+ years behind me, I thought I’d post some thoughts on what it has been like, and most importantly, what I’ve learned, in the hopes that you could skip ahead a few years by applying these tips to your life. I’ve been through pretty much every treatment, medication, and self-care modality that I discuss [...]
Tinnitus and TMJ Disorder: 10 Remedies You Can Try Now
TMJ disorder patients are often diagnosed with tinnitus. If you are hearing ringing noise in your ears when there is no external sound source around you, you may be experiencing tinnitus symptoms. The sounds you hear may be constant or at intervals. When the problem is at its worst you may have trouble concentrating or [...]
Tips for Managing the Never Ending Mountain of Medical Paperwork & Files
Managing medical bills, keeping track of doctor visits, filing insurance claims, and organizing medical records can all leave you feeling overwhelmed. Here are a few tips that can make managing TMJ disorder, or any chronic illness easier – and might stop you from pulling out your hair! Records that are important to keep: Medical Bills [...]
Dreading Your Trip to the Dentist? Tips for Survival for TMJ Disorder Patients
When you have jaw pain and a difficult time opening and/or closing your mouth, just thinking about going to the dentist to get a cleaning or have a cavity filled is enough to fill you with anxiety. Here are some tips we’ve gathered over the years that will make your visit easier. Tips to keep [...]
Half Empty or Half Full? Tips on Maintaining a Positive Attitude
How you answered the above question could determine how you view your TMJ disorder. Chronic illness can turn your life into chaos, but a positive attitude can make a huge difference in how you deal with it. Attitude is not just about your outlook on life, it is also about choosing what that outlook will [...]
Managing the Mess: Cleaning & Chronic Jaw Pain
Erma Bombeck said it best…..”My theory on housework is, if the item doesn’t multiply, smell, catch fire, or block the refrigerator door, let it be.” Here is a list of tips to make housework easier for TMJD patients: Keep cleaning supplies in each of your bathrooms and in the kitchen Cleaning the shower is a [...]
18 Important Questions to Ask Before You Have TMJ Surgery
Having jaw surgery can be daunting, but if you go into the experience knowing what to expect, and being prepared for everything you will be going through, it will be a much smoother experience. Sharing tips with your fellow patients is also a great way to learn, since those who have been through the procedures [...]
