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Dr. TC, DMD

Dr. TC, DMD, is an orofacial pain specialist. Orofacial pain is the dental specialty that diagnoses and treats pain of the jaw, face, head and mouth: TMJ disorders, jaw muscle pain, facial nerve pain, headaches linked to the jaw, and related sleep problems such as teeth grinding and sleep apnea. Dr. TC writes and medically reviews the articles on All About TMJ to help readers understand their symptoms, learn their options, and know when to see a clinician.
Connection Between Migraines and Seizures

Connection Between Migraines and Seizures

Could an excruciating migraine spiral into something more frightening, like a seizure? The answer is complex, but there is a real relationship between these two neurological conditions — and this article explains what links them and what it means for people who get migraines.

Thyroid and Weight: Connecting the Dots to Your Scale

Thyroid and Weight: Connecting the Dots to Your Scale

If the numbers on your scale fluctuate or losing weight feels like an uphill battle despite your best efforts, willpower may not be the problem. This article connects the dots between thyroid function and weight, and explains what to check and what can help.

Type 1 Diabetes: What It Is, How It Changed

Type 1 Diabetes: What It Is, How It Changed

Living with type 1 diabetes means confronting challenges head-on, in a way few people truly comprehend. This article explains what the condition means for daily life, how care has changed over time, and what progress lies ahead.

What Everyone Needs to Know About Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD)

What Everyone Needs to Know About Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD)

Jaw pain, clicking sounds, headaches from nowhere — and a jaw that locks when you try to eat: these are the questions at the heart of temporomandibular joint disorder. This article breaks down what TMD is in plain terms, what it means for you, and how clinicians approach it today, moving past outdated ideas to what truly helps.

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