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TMJ is the acronym for temporomandibular joint, which connects your lower jaw (the mandible) to your skull at the temporal bone. The temporomandibular joints are located on each side of your head and make it possible to open and close your mouth. The joints control many jaw functions, like chewing. If the chewing muscles or the joint itself are causing you pain you may have the temporomandibular disorder or TMJ. TMJ can be caused by stress, continual clenching of the jaw muscles, or teeth grinding.

Some of the symptoms of TMJ are:

Pain when opening or closing mouth
Trouble chewing
Jaw becoming stuck open or shut
Headaches or ear pain
Clicking or popping sounds when opening your mouth
Teeth Grinding

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Many of these symptoms can often be associated with other health problems such as:

arthritis
dislocation
genetics
injury
stress
tooth and jaw alignment

For this reason, only a medical professional can tell you if it is due to TMJ. Teeth grinding is an especially problematic symptom because it can lead to further problems. Prolonged teeth grinding, or bruxism can cause enamel to wear off teeth and expose dentin. This material is softer than enamel and more susceptible to decay. Sensitivity to hot and cold food or drink may also develop from excessive teeth grinding.

If you suspect you may have TMJ come in for a consultation. We can help diagnose you and provide relief for your symptoms. Pain relievers and hot/cold compresses are short-term methods to provide relief for pain symptoms. A night guard can be used to help prevent or lessen the effects of teeth grinding at night. This can lead to a more permanent solution. In very severe cases of TMJ surgery may be required, but behavioral treatments to change the way you use your jaw muscles are usually enough to provide relief.