Misaligned Jaw

A few years ago, The New York Times’ Paul Sullivan told the story of a New Yorker in her early 30s who had ground her teeth for years while sleeping. Over time a number of jaw problems emerged. Her jaw began to click when she opened and closed her mouth. So, she tried jaw surgery, but to no avail. Eventually, she developed pain in her jaw. A subsequent surgical … [Read more...] about Self-Confidence and the Emotional Weight of Severe Jaw Misalignment

There are several factors that determine how attractive a person’s face is. Alison Pearce Stevens explains in Science News for Students that symmetry, averageness (how similar a face is to most other faces in the population) and personal preference are big contributors. But another interesting factor that you might not be aware of is jaw alignment. As it turns out, your bite … [Read more...] about The Link Between Jaw Alignment and Facial Aesthetics

Severe jaw misalignment is a troubling condition that affects a sizable chunk of the population — roughly 10 to 15 percent of children, according to the Boston Children’s Hospital. The Healthline team explains that cases of malocclusion range from mild to severe and can come in the form of crowded teeth, crossbite, overbite, underbite, open bite among other … [Read more...] about 7 Surprising Problems Caused by Jaw Misalignment

Millions of Americans are missing out on much-needed sleep. In fact, between 50 and 70 million people nationwide have some form of sleep disorder, according to a study led by Phyllis C. Zee, M.D, Ph.D. Of them, 22 million suffer from sleep apnea, one of the most common forms of sleep disorder, reports the American Sleep Apnea Association. Unsurprisingly, given the huge … [Read more...] about Beyond Exhausted? Fix Your Misaligned Jaw