The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the name of the joint where two jaws meet. This joint condition he called TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) is characterized by pain and discomfort in the area. The temporomandibular joint is like any other joint made up of bones, muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. The temporomandibular joint connects the lower jaw (lower jaw) to the temporal bone (upper jaw) in front of the ears on each side. Symptoms of
TMD (temporomandibular disorder) include facial stiffness and pain, ear pain, headaches and migraines, neck and shoulder pain, jaw protrusion, and difficulty opening the jaw wide.
Causes of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
- Bruxism is the process of grinding or clenching the teeth that puts pressure on the temporomandibular joints.
- Malocclusion is a poor bite and frequent pressure on the temporomandibular joints leads to muscle strain, headaches and facial pain.
- Frequent gum chewing, thumb sucking, and teeth grinding also contributed to her TMD.
- Trauma directed to the jaw.
- Stress is the main cause of TMD
Treatment Options for TMJ
With the help of orthodontics, dentists correct malocclusions and bring the upper and lower jaws into harmonious contact
Mouthguards are used to treat bruxism
The jaw is affected by area stress and Trained to Relieve Tension
Cope with the stress of life itself.
