jaw pain

Bruxism: How Nighttime Teeth Grinding Wrecks More Than Your Smile

Bruxism: How Nighttime Teeth Grinding Wrecks More Than Your Smile

You wake up with a dull headache, a stiff jaw, and teeth that feel slightly “off.” You blame it on stress, poor sleep, or a bad pillow — but your dentist might tell a different...

November 2, 2025 10:25 am

Lockjaw (Tetanus or Trismus): When the Jaw Refuses to Open — Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Lockjaw (Tetanus or Trismus): When the Jaw Refuses to Open — Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Have you ever heard of a condition where a person cannot open their mouth properly — as if their jaw is “locked”? This is known as lockjaw, medically called trismus. While many associate it with...

October 18, 2025 7:14 pm