The temporomandibular joint, “TMJ” , is the name of the right and left joint that connects your lower jaw to your skull.
Just like your knees and shoulders, it is a very delicate space that involves many different bones and muscles that help you with different tasks like chewing and talking every day.
Problems with your jaw joint can develop at any age and for many different reasons. Damage to the bones, ligaments, and muscles can cause discomfort and pain that may be temporary early on, but if left untreated can worsen over time.
Symptoms like pain and tenderness in your head, face, jaw, in or around your ears, especially when eating, speaking, or opening wide could be related to problems with your joints or muscles. Clicking, popping, or locking open or closed, especially when it becomes painful, are likely related to disorders of the jaw joint and can become worse over time and lead to difficulties opening wide and chewing.
There are many options for treatment of the TMJ and related muscles of the face and neck that can offer you immediate and long term pain relief.
Our board certified dentists and surgeons are here to help diagnose and treat your pain and discomfort by customizing treatment that maximizes relief and minimizes headache.