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TMJ DISORDERS

TMJ (Temporo-Mandibular Joint) is the joint between your lower jaw and your lower skull. This joint allows you to open and close your mouth and chew from side to side. It is not surprising that a TMJ problem can lead to muscles getting tired and going into spasm.

Causes:

Headaches	Facial Pain
Neck Pain	Ear Pain
Shoulder Pain	Dizziness
Back Pain	Tinnitus

 

 

 

Are commonly associated with TMJ dysfunction. This diagnosis may be missed. Pain or clicking in the jaw or grinding of the teeth, recurrent dental problems such as loose or broken teeth and decreased jaw movement are more likely to be attributed to jaw problems because of the more obvious association.

Symptoms: History of trauma or recent dental work Jaw clicks Reduced or painful range of jaw movement Teeth fail to meet properly Grinding or clenching of teeth Tenderness around TMJ or surrounding muscles Biting of tongue, cheeks or lips Swallowing problems.