by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
Eating should be effortless—not painful. But for people with TMJ disorders, something as simple as chewing a sandwich or yawning wide can trigger discomfort in the jaw, face, or ears. If you’ve noticed soreness while eating, clicking or locking in your jaw, or jaw...
by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders aren’t just for adults. More teens than ever are experiencing jaw pain, popping, and facial tension—often linked to braces, stress, or bite development. As a parent, it can be difficult to know whether your teen’s discomfort is...
by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
Do you experience chronic neck or shoulder pain with no clear cause? You might be surprised to learn that your jaw could be the source. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is closely tied to the muscles and nerves that extend into the neck, shoulders, and upper back....
by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
Persistent facial pain is frustrating—and often misdiagnosed. If you’ve been chasing relief for sore cheeks, tight jaw muscles, or pain around the eyes and temples, the issue may stem from your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). TMJ disorders are a leading cause of...
by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
Do you experience ear pain, ringing, or pressure—but your hearing tests come back normal? You’re not alone. Many patients with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders report ear-related symptoms, often misdiagnosed as ear infections or inner ear conditions. In this...
by Cobalt Dental & TMJ Institute | Jun 7, 2025 | TMJ Specialist in Louisville KY
If you wake up tired, tense, or with headaches, your jaw could be to blame. TMJ disorders often go undiagnosed in patients struggling with poor sleep, nighttime teeth grinding, and chronic fatigue. At our TMJ Institute, we specialize in uncovering the hidden ways jaw...