Calcium is a mineral that is absolutely necessary for life. Your bones and teeth are made with calcium and many of the chemical reactions in your body, including your jaws, must use calcium to work.

          If you do not eat enough calcium, or if your body does not absorb enough calcium, you will have many different problems. One of the first signs of calcium deficiency is muscle cramping, muscle irritation, eye twitching and more. Calcium deficiency can also contribute to muscle headaches, jaw pain, and TMJ headaches.

          With long term calcium deficiency, your bones become brittle and can break easily. This is the cause of osteoporosis. Since strong bones are needed to support teeth, a deficiency of calcium can result in early periodontal disease and tooth loss.

          Calcium is not always absorbed easily. It is considered best to take calcium supplements when eating your normal meals because there is an acid environment in your stomach when you eat. The stomach acid helps dissolve and absorb the calcium.

          Dairy products are rich in calcium. If you are allergic to dairy products, consider taking calcium supplements when you eat.

generalized muscle aching                   coarse hair                       brittle nails                                      back and leg muscle cramps
dry and scaly skin                              candida infections             spasm of facial musculature              neuromuscular irritability
laryngospasm                                     tetany                              papilledema                                    convulsions
ocular cataracts                                  osteoporosis                     lip, tongue, finder and feet paresthesias
unexplained dementia, depression, or psychosis

          If you are suffering from jaw pain, consider visiting the Atlanta Dental Group PC to speak with Dr. Padolsky. Call 404-874-7428 to make an appointment.