TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint, surrounding muscles, and ligaments that control the jaw. Symptoms can range from mild jaw clicking and trouble opening the mouth to headaches. Doctors may prescribe ...

Many TMJ cases resolve on their own or with simple treatments. TMJ symptoms often involve jaw pain, popping, or difficulty opening the mouth. Stress, teeth grinding, and jaw injuries are common causes ...

What are Temporomandibular Joint Disorders? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a hinge joint between the lower jaw (mandible) and the temporal bone of the skull, just in front and below each ear. It ...

“TMD” and “TMJ” are two acronyms often used interchangeably. In actuality, they refer to different — though related — terms. Let’s figure out what each means. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a ...

TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint and muscles that control the jaw. They can be challenging to diagnose and treat because of how complex this joint is. Around 12 percent of people in the United ...

—Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) involvement is common in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA). A new study evaluates disease activity, disability, and quality of life in this population.

Habits like clenching your jaw or biting your fingernails can cause issues with the joints that connect your jawbone and skull. Some medical conditions may also cause jaw popping. Jaw popping can be a ...

A TMJ patient in Maine had six surgeries to replace part or all of the joints of her jaw. Another woman in California, desperate for relief, used a screwdriver to lengthen her jawbone daily, turning ...