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Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Learning Center
Causes could include:
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joint stress
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Muscle Fatigue
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Joint injury
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Cartilage injury
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There are two matching temporomandibular joints -- one on each side of your head, located just in front of your ears. The abbreviation "TMJ" literally refers to the joint but is often used to mean any disorders or symptoms of this region.
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TMJ syndrome has several possible physical causes: Muscle tension. Muscle tightness in the temporomandibular joint usually results from overuse of muscles. This overuse in turn is often associated with psychological stress and clenching or grindin...
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TMD has varied causes: Bruxism , or unconscious clenching or grinding of the teeth, is the most common cause of TMD. Bruxism occurs during periods of stress or during sleep. It results in muscle tension and soreness around the jaw joint and in the...
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TMJ syndrome is most frequently diagnosed by dentists. The dentist can often diagnose TMJ based on physical examination of the patient's face and jaw. The examination might include pressing on (palpating) the jaw muscles for soreness or asking the...
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