The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the joint that hinges the upper and lower jaw. When problems occur in and around this joint, impacting the bones, muscles, or tendons around the jaw, it can become inflamed and begin to malfunction. This impacts many areas of a patient’s life, including speaking and eating, resulting in pain …
If you are affected by temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD, you know how the pain and discomfort can lower your quality of life. At The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, TMD treatment has helped countless patients manage their condition. The temporomandibular or jaw joint connects the lower jaw bone to the skull. TMD is often accompanied …
At Hills Dental Spa, Dr. Kevin Winters works with patients who have specific general, cosmetic, and restorative dental needs. When pain occurs in and around the neck area, patients may assume they slept wrong overnight or pulled a muscle during their everyday activities. However, this is not always the case! Sometimes, neck pain may be …
Austin, TX area patients who are dealing with locking jaw joint and pain around the jaw might be suffering from a condition referred to as TMD, or temporomandibular joint disorder. This occurs when the jaw joint that hinges the upper and lower joint experiences malfunction that causes symptoms such as: Clicking and popping of the …
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Many patients realize that certain conditions can impact other areas of the body. This is especially true for those who have headaches with no known cause. In some cases, chronic migraines and headaches may be solved by a dentist if it has been determined that conditions such as temporomandibular joint disorder or bruxism are present. …
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Many people have TMJ pain without even realizing what is causing their symptoms. What they do know, however, is that their mouth is the source of frustrating discomfort. We are pleased that more people are talking about TMJ disorder these days. It provides us with the opportunity to help more patients find relief. Here, we …
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“Dr. Kevin Winters and his team at The Hills Dental Spa in Austin, TX truly provide a spa-like experience for their patients. They offer TMJ treatment, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, general dentistry and so much more. They serve patients in and around the Austin, Texas area including the communities of West Lake Hills, Bee Cave, Lakeway, TX and zip codes 78703, 78704, 78735, 78746,78748 and 78738.”
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