Sleep Assessment
There are many reasons why the jaw joint – also known as the temporomandibular joint, or TMJ – might become strained or injured, which can cause serious jaw and facial pain. Sometimes it’s the result of an injury, while in other cases, it’s a long-term consequence of bad habits like resting your chin on your fist. And sometimes, it’s linked to a serious, potentially life-threatening disorder: sleep apnea. Below, you can find out more about the relationship between the TMJ and sleep in Topeka.
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