Do you experience unexplained soreness in your neck and shoulders? Do you often experience throbbing headaches? Have chewing or speaking become painful? If so, you may be suffering from the painful effects of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD), which affects millions of Americans–especially women between the ages of 20 and 40. The problem with TMD […]
Have you found that your jaw hurts or aches consistently? Do you ever experience popping or locking of your jaw? If so, you might be suffering from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD). Your TMJ controls the movements of your lower jaw and can cause various problems when it is not working correctly. And while both […]
We can’t believe that 2021 is almost over either, but we are looking forward to a better 2022. However, before we begin thinking about next year, there is something you need to take advantage of first. Do you have a flexible spending account (FSA) balance? Do you have money in that account that you don’t […]
Unfortunately, as we learn more, we find a growing connection between depression and anxiety symptoms and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder (TMD) pain. In fact, depression and anxiety only worsen jaw pain experienced with TMD, according to a new study. What is the connection? We know that TMD affects the muscles and joints that connect your […]
We have more exciting news to share. Dr. Sara Vizcarra has been named a woman of influence in North Scottsdale by North Valley Magazine! This is exciting news for Dr. Sara and her family as well as her colleagues, staff and, of course, her patients! Let’s take a look at part of the article that […]
Want to get to know the Valley’s premier dentists who are providing unparalleled levels of care in their practices? Well, you’re in luck because one of them is someone you already know! We are so proud to announce that Dr. Sara Vizcarra is a 2021 Valley Premier Dentist as published in Phoenix Magazine. Why Dr. […]
Stress often contributes to a headache, but it can also come out of nowhere. Either way, it might seem like you are constantly battling a headache. We understand how frustrating and painful that can be, but it is important to understand more about your headache–it might be more than just a common ache. Whether you […]
Did you know that your diet affects more than just your weight? It’s true. Because your body is like a well-oiled machine, when something is out of line, every muscle, nerve and movement will be affected. This is the same for a proper diet. When you follow a proper diet, you can potentially avoid pain […]
Your temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is the most heavily used and under appreciated joint in the human body. The TMJ is the reason you can open and close your mouth as well as extending and moving your jaw side-to-side. This joint helps you eat, talk and express yourself through facial expressions. It’s easy to see […]
When you think of your oral health, do you ever think about the connection with your overall health? Well, you should. There is actually a direct connection between your oral health and headaches. Here is a closer look at how toothaches and other oral health issues can cause headaches. Toothaches and headaches One of the […]