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Sunday, January 31, 2010

Percy Harvin's Headaches

I came across this article discussing Percy Harvin's issue with headaches and migraines. Throughout the course of the article, there were many suggestions as to what he should do. There was no mention of seeing a neuromuscular dentist who has special interests in TMJ and facial pain. With all the strenuous exercise and physical demands placed on a pro athlete, there is a real chance that his biteor misaligned jaw and facial muscles, and nerves are related to these headaches. I only hope that after ruling out medical issues, that someone directs him to an experienced neuromuscular dentist to see if these headaches are being caused by these issues. Not a day goes by in our practice when we do not see someone who is afflicted by headaches that are related to a misaligned jaw.

If you have any questions about misaligned jaws and headaches, or TMJ problems in general, please do not hesitate to call our office, Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF, 713-668-2289

Percy Harvin's Migraines, Adrian Peterson's Fumbles: Vikings Offseason Headaches

Dan Nelson

PITTSBURGH - OCTOBER 25: Percy Harvin #12 of the Minnesota Vikings hangs his head during a break in NFL game action against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field on October 25, 2009 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Steelers defeated the Vikings 27-17. (Photo by Rick Stewart/Getty Images)

Rick Stewart/Getty Images

This offseason, the Minnesota Vikingshave a number of issues to work through if they want to make a Super Bowl run in 2010-11.

posted by Ron Konig at 4:58 PM

Friday, January 29, 2010

We had a patient whom we treated for TMJ and severe headache problems 4.5 years ago and had not seen her since she moved to Chicago. To stablize her jaw and muscles it was necessary to build up the lower back teeth on both sides. She came in today to discuss cosmetic dentistry as she has no headaches and feels great.

The point is that when correctly diagnosed, stabilized, and treated TMJ problems and the associated symptoms such as headaches, neck aches, ringing of the ears...etc can allow patients to live comfortably and not just have a quick fix. This is where neuromuscular dentistry comes in.

It is a sophisticated and computer assisted way to help diagnose, treat, and stabilize TMJ problems on a long term basis.

If you have any questions regarding TMJ or headaches, our office welcomes the opportunity to assist you. Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF

posted by Ron Konig at 10:25 PM

Waking up with Headaches?

Many people go to sleep feeling healthy only to awake with headaches. One of the possible culprits could be related to their jaw joints and bite (way teeth meet together). If you clench or grind your teeth during the night, this puts abnormal stresses on the muscles of the head and neck which can cause headaches. Additionally, if this person already has TMJ or jaw problems, it will exacerbate the problem.

Another possibility to consider is that of sleep apnea. Many people who brux or grind their teeth have some form of sleep apnea and/or snoring. Some of these patients are candidates for dental sleep appliances which can solve both problems.

If you have any questions, please feel free to call the office of Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF, 713-668-2289

posted by Ron Konig at 9:52 PM

Thursday, January 28, 2010

TMJ, Headaches and Relief

TMJ, HEADACHES and Relief

We see numerous TMJ patients who we have been treating for a few weeks who come in the feeling like new people!

Many of these patients advise us that they no longer have headaches, and their associate neck and shoulders feel better as well as their jaw muscles. This is something that happens all the time in our office. Some take longer to treat then others, but the majority start to feel better relatively soon.

It never ceases to amaze our patients that their symptoms are related to the way their teeth and jaws align. By the same token TMJ is a also not well known in the medical field. Whereas there are many doctors who recognize this problem, a large percentage are not aware of the problems that it causes. This is why so many TMJ patients that have seen doctors ranging from neurologists, ENTs, psychiatrists, and even had MRIs and CAT scans.

Neuromuscular dentistry and the use of computerized equipment has been one of the most effective ways to help treat patients predictably and long term.

If you have any questions regarding TMJ , please feel free to contact our office at 713-668-2289 as we are happy to answer any questions you have or make an appointment to discuss your situation. Ronald W. Konig DDS, FAGD, LVIF

posted by Ron Konig at 8:18 PM

Sunday, January 3, 2010

Misdiagnosis by Physicians: TMJ and Headaches

Misdiagnosis by Phyicians; TMJ and Headaches

In an recent article published in Redbook Magazine, there is an article titled "Four Diseases Doctors Get Wrong". Not surprisingly, TMJ and headaches is listed as one of them. This is not to put down doctors at all, however, TMJ is truly one of the most overlooked medical conditions today. The article states, symptoms: Headaches and/or ringing or aching ears, or possibly aching back, neck and/or teeth. The doctors says it is migraines or an ear disorder. It could be TMJ Syndrome.

Why the confusion? When the joint connecting your jaw and skull becomes inflamed , the pain radiates and causes headaches and mimics ear problems. This needs to be treated by a neuromuscular dentist who is highly trained in TMJ, but the symptoms will likely send you to an ENT or Internist.

We see patients weekly who have been to many specialist that have not been able to diagnose this problem. However, it is good that they have ruled out other medical issues.

Sadly, many patients live with this pain for years before discovering that it can be treated.

If you have any questions with regards to TMJ please do not hesitate to call Dr. Ronald Konig's office as they welcome the opportunity to help you or answer any questions you may have: 713-668-2289

posted by Ron Konig at 9:27 PM

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