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Yes, if your jaw is in pain when you wake up, your sleep habits are very likely the cause. Three main culprits work against you while you sleep: your sleeping…

Five TMJ signs indicate you need professional treatment: severe persistent jaw pain, jaw locking episodes, worsening symptoms despite home care, head and neck involvement, and a history of trauma or…

Yes- if you're waking up with jaw pain, headaches, or that heavy, unrefreshed feeling, your TMJ symptoms are very likely disrupting your sleep. This isn't just physical discomfort; it's a…

TMJ disorders cause jaw pain and difficulty chewing and are often accompanied by clicking or popping in the jaw and headaches. What is the Best Doctor to see for TMJ…

What are your recommended treatments for Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is not something you would ordinarily see a dentist about. That is changing, as more and more people are beginning…

What are your recommended treatments for TMJ? I’ve already discussed Temporomandibular Joint pain, or TMJ, in another article. This, then is a follow-up based on a question posed by a…

Can TMJ be treated without surgery? Put simply, the answer is yes. I’ve been treating TMJ disorders for 20 years at Point Loma Comprehensive Dental, right here in San Diego.…

Welcome to our new web site! Our new name, “Point Loma Comprehensive Dental,” reflects the philosophy we’ve had since the beginning almost 30 years ago: a comprehensive approach to your…