TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) pain is a common condition and can affect many people from all walks of life.
TMJ disorders vary in presentation and symptoms from individuals depending on the root cause of the issue.
For example, for some, it may be tight muscles of the jaw. Others may have an affected disk that clicks and catches, which may or may not be accompanied with pain.
Proper assessment and diagnosis of the TMJ is important as its structure and function is in direct relationship to other structures such as the ear, the head, the neck and more.
We look forward to helping patients with TMJ disorders for pain relief and improving their quality of life when all other approaches have failed.
Most Common Causes of TMJ Disorder
- Teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism)
- Jaw injury or trauma
- Arthritis in the jaw joint
- Stress or anxiety
- Poor posture
- Misalignment of the jaw or teeth
- Excessive gum chewing
- Connective tissue disorders
- Genetics
TMJ Common Symptoms
- Pain in the jaw with opening or closing
- Inability to fully open or close the jaw with or without pain
- Difficulty chewing
- Speech difficulties
- Feeling of pressure in the ear
- Ringing in the ear
- Dizziness
- Voice changes
- Neck pain/stiffness or soreness
- Vision changes
