Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) means your breathing stops during sleep. It may be for a shot time or for a minute of more. And this may happen every few minutes or even every minute during sleep. If it is a chronic problem, your brain and body will be oxygen-starved during these times. Let’s assume that the events occur every 2 …
What is TMJ/TMD?
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint connecting the lower jaw (mandible) to the skull (temporal bone). The lower jaw and the skull are connected by a number of muscles and ligaments, which function in harmony with each other if the lower jaw is in the correct position. The head of the jaw bone (lower jaw) is called the condyle …