Inflammation or physical dysfunction in the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw can lead to significant discomfort and complications. This can also influence the muscles and connective tissues that work with the sophisticated joints that allow you to open your mouth, speak clearly, and chew food. Early symptoms of TMJ disorder often include a persistent… Read more »
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Diagnosis: TMJ
In your jaw there are temporomandibular joints that hinge the jaw. These ball and socket joints operate through muscles and ligaments which let you open your mouth, eat your food, talk, and create facial expressions. Cushioned by a small cartilage disk, the ball and socket allow slip in the joint so you can chew and grind the food… Read more »
Treating TMJ Disorder Might Require a Two-Stage Approach
Your temporomandibular joints hinge your jaw, and work in concert with ligaments and muscles to allow you to open your mouth, chew food, and speak. These sophisticated ball and socket joints also have a small cartilage disk to allow the joints to slip a little while you grind tough foods. TMJ disorder is a blanket… Read more »
