TMJ Disorder Causes We don't know what causes TMDs. Dentists believe symptoms arise from problems with the muscles of your jaw or with the parts of the joint itself. Injury to your jaw, the joint, or the muscles of your head and neck—like from a heavy blow or whiplash—can lead to ...
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The TMJ is one of the most complex joints in the human body. It consists of two parts: a hinge and a sliding disc. These parts are covered with cartilage, tendons, and muscles. TMJ disorders can cause many problems in people of all ages. This is why it’s important to understand the...
The most common symptom of TMJ disorder is pain in the chewing muscles or jaw joint, the onset of which is typically the first step toward diagnosis. TMJ pain is usually described as a dull ache in the temporomandibular joint and surrounding areas, such as the ears, neck and shoulders. Som...
Tongue problems may indicate short-term or long-term conditions, ranging from mild irritations such as first-degree burns to more serious conditions such as oral cancer. Some common problems associated with the tongue include: Discoloration Increased size Abnormalities of the surface Growths (bumps) ...
Mouth Problems: TMJ, Canker Sores, Painful Gums and More See Slideshow What is the treatment for a displaced tooth? Instead of being completely knocked out of the mouth, a tooth can be displaced into another position. In the mouth, a displaced tooth may be pulled out and appear elongated...
Lockjaw is often used to describe the inability to mobilize the lower jaw or restrictions from opening the mouth due to any problems in the jaw. Oftentimes, the facial nerve is affected or the facial muscles. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder often causes lockjaw. Even simple tonsillitis th...
TMJ is one of the more common problems that can lead to jaw stiffness. People who have this condition suffer from problems with their jaw joints, which might result from excessive teeth grinding or gum chewing. Sometimes, tooth misalignment can also lead to TMJ. The continual strain on the ...
Lack of sleep or fatigue can make tinnitus more noticeable and bothersome. Health Conditions Underlying health issues such as high blood pressure, ear infections, or other medical conditions can influence tinnitus. Jaw or Neck Issues Problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) or neck issues can...
Children can have problems with anxiety.[8] I (Jim Folk) remember having strong anxiety and panic attacks at the age of 7. At that time, I just felt “sick in the stomach” and an overwhelming sense of doom, which my parents labeled as the stomach flu. But as my anxiety grew worse...