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What is TMJ and TMD?

T.M.J is the abbreviation used for the Temporomandibular Joint, commonly known as the jaw joint. If you have a dysfunction of your jaw joint, it is called a T.M. disorder.


Symptoms of TMD

Often times headaches, facial pain, and earaches can be difficult to diagnose. These painful symptoms could be a result of a dysfunction of your jaw joints, jaw musculature or the nerves that supply these structures.

Common symptoms and signs of T.M.D. may include:

  • Headaches
  • Joint Noises
  • Earaches
  • Neck Pain
  • Jaw Fatigue
  • Poor Sleep
  • Tooth Pain
  • Facial Pain
  • Clenching of teeth
  • Dizziness
  • Numbness and burning of the face
  • Pain When Chewing
  • Bite feeling off
  • Limited Jaw Motion



 
 
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