by Chapnick Dental | Sep 28, 2015 | Blogs, TMJ
News WHY IS MY JAW POPPING? Jaw popping is one of the most common symptoms of TMJ – the name given to any number of disorders that can impact the alignment of the jaw. If you are experiencing jaw popping, it is a good idea to call Barrie dentist Dr. Adam Chapnick at...
by Chapnick Dental | Nov 24, 2013 | Physiologic dentistry, TMJ
News UNDERSTANDING THE TRIGEMINAL NERVE The trigeminal nerve is responsible for supplying a majority sensation to the face and head. It is also responsible for biting, chewing, and similar masticatory functions. Running through the jaw, it is this nerve that becomes...
by Chapnick Dental | Nov 2, 2013 | Physiologic dentistry
News WHY IS MY NEUROMUSCULAR DENTISTRY IMPORTANT? Dr. Adam Chapnick has invested much time and effort into the special training required to skillfully treat temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMJ. Barrie-area patients looking for relief from TMJ headaches shouldn’t...
by Chapnick Dental | Mar 10, 2013 | Blogs, Physiologic dentistry, TMJ
News WHAT IS NEUROMUSCULAR DENTISTRY? Your jaw consists of a complex system of muscles, nerves, soft tissues, and hard tissues that must all work together to function properly. When your jaw becomes misaligned, it can lead to a condition called temporomandibular joint...