On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya are back to take your questions on the "CSI of TMJ!" Find out how issues like headaches, neck pain, and ear ringing are related to TMJ, how they can be treated. Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya also share their own experiences with addressing these various TMJ related issues. If you experience any of the symptoms your fellow viewers/listeners are asking about, then this is another Q&A episode that you won't want to miss!

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The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

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On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya welcome Dr. Komal Patil-Sisodia, an endocrinologist (and Dr. Priya's sister) for a detailed discussion on the impact of hormones on health.

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya get into the revolutionary work being done in TBI treatment & cranial Therapy, as they welcome Dr. Charles Simkovich to the show! Dr. Simkovich is a Pittsburgh-based specialist renowned for his innovative concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI) treatment. Dr. Simkovich explains his unique approach of adjusting cranial bones, to restore brain function and physiological movement within the skull. Discover how this pioneering therapy addresses long-standing issues like chronic pain, vision problems, pituitary dysfunction, and even old injuries, offering profound relief and recovery for patients.

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya get into the connection between psychological well-being and physcial pain, as they welcome psychotherapist (and Dr. Priya's sister) Neha Kumar, LMFT. Get insights into how stress can exacerbate pain, and how in turn, pain can worsen stress, often creating a vicious cycle. Learn all about what neuroplacity is, what sleep has to do with it all, and how we can address mental health along with physical symptoms for effective pain management.

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya are back with another Q&A session, where they address your questions on various topics. This episode features listener/viewer/patient submitted questions about the following:

• The differences between night guards and TMJ orthotics
• The absurdity of modern dental/health insurance
• How to sift through the various treatments for TMJ pain

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya welcome physical therapist, Dr. Josh Hubert to the show to discuss the crucial neck/jaw connection, and how PT can help with TMJ. Dr. Josh and Dr. Alex share how they work together as physical therapist and dentist, to combat TMJ disorders,. Learn about the strong connection between the jaw and neck can influence treatment techniques, and the importance of collaboration between dentists and physical therapists for comprehensive patient care. From posture, cervical spine alignment, and how muscles can impact jaw function, learn how PT and dentistry are a tag team unlike any other in the fight against TMJ!

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya welcome Dr. Robert B. Kerstein DMD, a leading figure in digital occlusion. Dr. Kerstein shares his immense knowledge and expertise to explain how Disclusion Time Reduction (DTR) therapy and the T-Scan system, are essential in diagnosing and treating bite-related issues, including TMJ disorders, muscle pain, and even symptoms like tinnitus. Dr. Kerstein also shares some amazing images and videos to demonstrate how DTR works. This discussion will clue you into how DTR aims to control muscle activity originating from tooth contact and underscores the limitations and inaccuracies of traditional methods like articulating paper compared to the precision of digital occlusion analysis. Enjoy!

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).

On this episode, Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya answer your questions with a special Q&A edition of Unclenched! Get expert answers to your questions on proper use of orthotics and potential bite changes to the connection between TMJ and vision problems. Our experts also dive into conditions like disc displacement and the differentiation from trigeminal neuralgia. Thanks for subscribing and don't forget to leave your questions in the comments or on social media for our next Q& episode!

*****Disclaimer*****

The information in the "Unclenched" podcast is not diagnostic.

The "Unclenched" Podcast and content posted by Dr. Alex and Dr. Priya is presented solely for general informational and educational for the TMJ suffers and health care professionals. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast or website is at the user’s own risk. The contents of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional dental/ medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical/dental advice for any medical/dental condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions.

© All materials and information included in this podcast are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

The materials and information in this podcast are copyrighted by us and/or by other applicable rights holders. You may download a single copy of this podcast for your own personal, noncommercial use only, provided you include all applicable notices and disclaimers. Any other use of the materials and information is strictly prohibited without our prior written permission and the permission of the applicable rights holder(s).