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TMJ Speech

TMJ Speech

A TMJ speech disorder can be more than a mouthful TMJ disorder, often abbreviated as TMD or sometimes just TMJ, is arguably one of the most misunderstood disorders in medicine. The two temporomandibular joints we have are responsible for all jaw and mouth movements....

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Hearing Problems and TMJ Disorders

Hearing Problems and TMJ Disorders

Hearing problems can be caused by TMJ If you are experiencing symptoms such as jaw pain or swelling, a popping noise when you chew or yawn, or if your jaw locks from time to time, it would not surprise us if you guessed correctly that there could be something wrong...

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Posture Pain, Forward Head Posture and the TMJ Connection

Posture Pain, Forward Head Posture and the TMJ Connection

When TMJ affects your posture If you are struggling with TMJ, you are sure to be dealing with troubling symptoms that can get in the way of daily life. Also referred to as temporomandibular disorder, TMJ involves a host of problems that focus around the vital hinges...

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Numbness in Arms & Fingers

Numbness in Arms & Fingers

Have You Experienced Numbness in Your Arms or Fingers?  Are you someone who often experiences numbness in your arms and fingers? You may be surprised to hear that it could actually be due to a jaw joint disorder. Although many people tend to make an appointment with...

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Neck and Back Pain

Neck and Back Pain

Relieving Neck and Back Pain Can Make You Sane Again Do you have a stiff neck, back pain, aching shoulders that have been tormenting you for far too long?  Dr. Shapira likes to see patients when their pain is present.  Relieving their pain in a few minutes allows him...

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Jaw Pain, Clicking & Popping

Jaw Pain, Clicking & Popping

An answer to jaw pain, clicking and popping Jaw pain, clicking or popping when you move your jaw while talking, chewing or yawning? This is not only uncomfortable but can be annoying when communicating and eating. It can also become embarrassing when it has reached...

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Breathing Problems

Breathing Problems

Breathing problems can cause TMJ Do you typically wake up with a headache accompanied by occasional bouts of dizziness? Has your sleep partner ever complained about your nightly snoring? Do you feel groggy or unrefreshed when you first wake up? Is your throat dry,...

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