TMJ disorders affect the temporomandibular joint, which acts like a sliding hinge connecting your jawbone to your skull. It causes pain in the jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement.
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Who Typically Suffers
It is most common in people aged 20 to 40 and occurs more frequently in women than in men. Highly stressed individuals are also prone to it.
What Causes It
The exact cause is often difficult to determine, but it can be triggered by jaw injuries, arthritis, genetics, or chronic teeth grinding and clenching (bruxism).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my jaw click or pop?
Clicking is often caused by the displacement of the shock-absorbing disk inside the temporomandibular joint.
How is TMJ treated?
Treatments range from eating soft foods and using warm/cold packs to wearing dental night guards and undergoing physical therapy.
