Open AccessJaw exercises and awareness as a minimally invasive and adjunctive modality to help relieve the stress on the TMJ and tension headaches due to bruxism
Author(s) -
Dana G. Colson
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
journal of dental health, oral disorders and therapy
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2373-4345
DOI - 10.15406/jdhodt.2018.09.00436
Subject(s) - headaches , medicine , dentistry , tension headache , physical therapy , orthodontics , surgery
Dr. Dana G. Colson, in reference to her book, Your Mouth: The Gateway to a Healthier You explores the dental origins of headaches, the importance of patient education and the prescription of minimally invasive techniques in order to relieve muscular stress and tension headaches caused by bruxism. A yoga based approach including jaw exercises allows for integration with dental practices to ensure overall wellness.