Dental Physiotherapy with Lorraine Carroll & Simon Coghlan

19/11/2025

Can braces or Invisalign help fix TMJ Disorder? The sequence of care matters just as much as the treatment itself.

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Orthodontic treatment can help—but only when the TMJ is stable first. The sequence of care matters just as much as the treatment itself.

12/11/2025

Jaw pain, stiffness, and clicking can affect far more than how we chew or speak. They can influence sleep, posture, and daily comfort. In this episode, physiotherapist Simon Coghlan explores how targeted physiotherapy can ease pain and restore normal jaw function. From manual therapy and dry needlin...

11/11/2025

Are you a gum chewer? It may be causing more harm than you think!

Discover how excessive chewing can strain your jaw and find out some simple alternatives for relief in our latest blog post.

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For most people, chewing gum now and then isn’t a problem. But when it becomes a regular habit — hours a day, every day — it can start to strain the jaw. The muscles and joints of the face are strong, but they’re not designed for constant repetitive load. Over time, this can lead to tension,...

05/11/2025

Feeling tension in your jaw? Discover how mindful eating can reduce discomfort and help you relax!

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Have you ever noticed your jaw tightening at the end of a long day — or realised halfway through dinner that you’ve been chewing quickly, clenching without meaning to, or scrolling your phone between bites?

04/11/2025

That constant ringing, buzzing, or whistling in the ears — tinnitus — can feel like a bit of a mystery with no clear cause. But for some people, the answer lies closer than expected: in the jaw. In this episode, expert physiotherapist Simon Coghlan explores the relationship between tinnitus and ...

27/10/2025

Did you know that many people unknowingly clench or grind their teeth while sleeping? This can lead to TMD and dental issues.

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Many people wake up with a sore jaw, tight neck, or even headaches — without knowing that the real culprit might be happening while they sleep. Clenching and grinding your teeth (also called bruxism) is more common than most realise, and it can have a lasting effect on your teeth, jaw, and overall...

23/10/2025

Botox has moved far beyond the world of cosmetics — and for some people with jaw pain, it’s recommended as a potential solution. But does it truly work? And how does it compare with physiotherapy and other conservative treatments? In this episode, Simon Coghlan — physiotherapist and pain speci...

11/10/2025

For those struggling with jaw pain, stiffness, or teeth clenching, Botox may seem like a quick fix.

Explore the benefits, risks, and alternatives in our latest blog post!

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For those experiencing jaw pain, stiffness, or teeth clenching, Botox may seem like a tempting quick fix.

09/10/2025

Few conditions cause pain as sharp or sudden as trigeminal neuralgia — often described as an electric shock to the face. In this episode, Simon Coghlan explains what happens when the trigeminal nerve misfires, how to tell it apart from jaw-related pain, and why early diagnosis is vital. Learn abou...

03/10/2025

Bite disorders, or malocclusions, affect far more than appearance — they can change how we chew, speak, and even how our jaws feel day to day. In this episode, Simon Coghlan explains the different types of bite problems, from overbites and crossbites to open bites, and the health issues they can c...

20/09/2025

Stress doesn’t just live in the mind — it often shows up in the jaw. In this episode, Simon Coghlan explains how stress fuels habits like clenching and grinding, how this can lead to jaw pain and temporomandibular disorders, and why the cycle of stress and pain can feel so hard to break. Learn p...

16/09/2025

Noticing your child snoring or experiencing jaw pain?

These might be symptoms of mouth breathing linked to tongue posture.

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If you’ve noticed your child snoring, mouth breathing, or struggling with jaw pain, it’s worth having them assessed. Early action can prevent bigger challenges later on, both for dental alignment and overall health.