As many as 70% of the world population have at least 1 symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
If you're considering cosmetic dentistry, you're probably thinking about color, shape, and symmetry. That's natural. However, in my Boston practice, I spend more time talking to patients about something they can't see in the mirror—their bite problems. Here's what I [...]
Last Updated: March 2026 | Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD The most common question in my Boston TMJ practice isn't about treatment. It's "Why didn't my last treatment work?" The answer almost always lies in a fundamental [...]
Last Updated: March 2026 | Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD Almost every week, someone sits across from me in my Waltham office holding a folder of X-rays. They've been to two, sometimes three providers. They've been told [...]
One of the most common questions I hear in my Boston practice is: "Should I choose TMJ Botox vs nightguard for my jaw pain?" Many patients hope Botox can replace a nightguard entirely, looking for a simpler solution to complex TMJ problems. While TMJ Botox provides [...]
If you've just had Masseter Botox for TMJ, you're likely watching for every sign of relief—and possibly worrying about every new sensation. I completely understand. In my Boston practice, I guide patients through this exact journey every day. The path to [...]
Last Updated: November 16, 2025 | Next Review: May 16, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD If you regularly wake up with a sore jaw, tight temples, or a tension headache, your sleep position for TMJ could be the culprit. In my Boston [...]
Last Updated: November 15, 2025 | Next Review: May 15, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD “Will my TMJ ever go away?” This is perhaps the most common and emotionally charged question I hear in my Boston practice. Patients are not [...]
When searching for a cosmetic dentist in Boston, most people focus solely on before-and-after photos. However, the best cosmetic dentistry considers both beauty and function. As an experienced cosmetic dentist serving Boston and surrounding communities, I integrate TMJ health into every smile transformation to ensure [...]
Last Updated: October 30, 2025 | Next Review: April 30, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD When it comes to jaw pain and dysfunction, TMJ myths and misinformation spread faster than the truth. If you've been searching online for answers, you've likely encountered [...]
Last Updated: October 30, 2025 | Next Review: April 30, 2026 Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Charles Sutera, DMD, FAGD That sudden, alarming catch when you yawn or take a bite—the feeling when your jaw locks when opening your mouth—is more than just inconvenient. It’s [...]
