DentalPhysio with Lorraine Carroll & Simon Coghlan

12/03/2026

Jaw clicking, popping, or the feeling that your jaw might lock can be unsettling, and for some people symptoms seem to flare at hormonally dynamic times. It may be painless, or it may come with headaches, facial tension, jaw tightness, or aching near the ear. In this episode, Simon Coghlan from Dent...

02/03/2026

Did you know hormones can influence TMJ disorder?

Discover how hormonal differences may explain why TMD is more common in women and what this means for diagnosis and treatment.

Read our quick 4-minute breakdown and learn signs, contributing factors, and practical steps you can take.

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Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are reported more often in women than men, and research consistently shows a clear s*x difference in both prevalence and incidence of TMD-related pain.

16/02/2026

Eye pressure, eye twitching, temple headaches, or blurred vision that comes and goes can sometimes be linked to jaw and neck overload, even when an eye exam is normal. Jaw pain, clenching, headaches, and neck tension often sit in the background. In this episode, Simon Coghlan from Dental Physiothera...

05/02/2026

Xerostomia (dry mouth) after radiotherapy can affect swallowing, taste, sleep and confidence — but medical acupuncture may help.

Read our concise, evidence-informed guide on when acupuncture is appropriate and what to expect.

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If you’ve ever woken up with a “cotton mouth,” you’ll know how quickly dry mouth can hijack your day. For some people, especially after radiotherapy for head and neck cancer, xerostomia isn’t just annoying. It can affect swallowing, taste, sleep, speaking, dental health, and confidence in ...

22/01/2026

Loud snoring, breathing pauses during sleep, waking up tired, morning headaches, jaw pain, or feeling worn out during the day can all be signs of obstructive sleep apnoea. Sometimes, jaw pain, clenching, or trouble using CPAP or a mandibular splint are also present. In this episode, Simon Coghlan fr...

10/01/2026

If you notice loud snoring or feeling tired despite a full night's sleep, obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) may be at play. Explore how dental physiotherapy and medical acupuncture can make a difference.

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If you or your partner has noticed loud snoring, “stopping breathing” in sleep, waking unrefreshed, morning headaches, or feeling foggy and tired during the day, obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) may be part of the picture.

12/12/2025

When ear tests are normal but your symptoms are not, the jaw is often the missing link. In this episode, Simon Coghlan explains how TMJ dysfunction (TMD) can create ear fullness, ringing, pain, dizziness and that lingering “off balance” feeling. You’ll hear why these symptoms are so often over...

08/12/2025

Arguments can really fire up your stress levels! Discover how this stress is linked to jaw pain.

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Arguments fire up your body’s stress system. Heart rate climbs, breathing tightens, shoulders lift… and your jaw muscles quietly join the party.

28/11/2025

TMJ joint replacement sits at the far end of the treatment path, but for the right person, it can be genuinely life-changing. In this episode, Simon Coghlan breaks down what TMJ prosthetics are, when they’re considered, and what the journey looks like from surgery to long-term recovery. You’ll l...

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,...