Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) describes conditions where a person has pain and altered function of the jaw joint, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ), and related soft tissues and musculature. These ...

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 ...

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 ...

Of the nearly 60 interventions or combination of treatments available to treat chronic jaw pain, only a few like exercises and psychotherapy were likely the most effective in patients. The guidance ...