What is a Temporomandibular Joint disorder?

The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is comprised of muscles, blood vessels, nerves, and bones. You have two TMJs, one on each side of your jaw. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMJ disorders) are problems or symptoms of the chewing muscles and joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull.

What causes TMJ pain?

The cause of pain in the TMJ include: -The result of displacement of the cartilage disc that causes pressure and stretching of the associated sensory nerves.

- A bad bite or orthodontic braces stress and tooth grinding.

What are the symptoms of TMJ?

Symptoms associated with TMJ disorders may be:

-Biting or chewing difficulty or discomfort

-Clicking, popping, or grating sound when opening or closing the mouth

-Dull, aching pain in the face

-Earache

-Headache

-Jaw pain or tenderness of the jaw -Reduced ability to open or close the mouth