TMJ disorders have several causes, including injury or grinding teeth at night. Diagnosing TMJ disorders can be complex and require different diagnostic procedures, so it’s best to consult with a specialist. For more information, listen to Dr. Gary Bouloux’s OMS Voices episode on TMJ disorders at MyOMS.org/Podcast. https://myoms.org/what-we-do/tmj-and-facial-pain/how-an-oms-can-help-with-tmj-disorders/ | American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons - AAOMS

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders are conditions affecting the jaw joints and surrounding muscles and ligaments. It can be caused by trauma, an improper bite, arthritis or wear and tear. Common symptoms include jaw tenderness, headaches, earaches and facial pain. What are common TMJ symptoms?TMJ dysfunction is most common in those 20 to 40 years of age and is more common in women than in men. Symptoms include:- Jaw pain- Headaches- Earaches- Pain in the neck or shoulders- Difficulty openin