Common Patient Concerns
I am having trouble with my jaw joint. Can anything be done?
The TMJ or temporomandibular joint can exhibit a variety of symptoms.
- Joint noises (popping or clicking)
- Restricted motion of jaw
- Pain
- Headaches
- Inability to open or close jaw
The cause of these symptoms can be an injury, a disorder within the joint itself, but most often is related to a persons bite (how the teeth fit together). Only careful evaluation on the part of a dentist can determine the exact nature of the problem and appropriate treatment to resolve it.