TMJ DISORDERS (TEMPORAOMANDIBULAR JOINT DISORDER)
WHAT IS TMJ DISORDER?
Pain and compromised movement of the jaw joint and the surrounding muscles.
The TMJ acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jaw bone to your skull. Disfunction can lead to pain and discomfort
People may experience pain in the face, ear, mouth and jaw. Difficulty in chewing and tooth ache may be associated with this disorder
Also common: headache, joint locking or muscle spasms