Understanding Tmj Pain
Does the word TMJ sound bulky and sturdy? Well, even the irksome pain due to this problem is as immense as the name itself. Thus understanding TMJ pain will put you in a better position of how you have to deal with the problem. What is TMJ Pain? Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is the sliding joint that connects your jawbone to the skull. If there is any problem in this joint, you will face discomfort while moving your jaws, and this is known as TMJ pain . What are the symptoms of TMJ Pain? Tenderness in the jaw Unbearable facial pain Locking of the jaw (difficulty in opening or closing the mouth) Uneasiness while chewing or speaking Pain in and around the ear Pain in one or both temporomandibular joints Grating sound when you open your mouth What are the reasons behind TMJ Pain? In some cases, it might get difficult to understand the exact reason behind TMJ pain. Yet the most common reasons behind the same are: Damage to the joint be...