TMJ, TMJD or TMD Treatment Temporomandibular joint disorders
(TMJ, TMJD or TMD) cause tenderness and pain in your jaw, face,
and head and neck. These disorders occur as a result of problems
associated with the temporomandibular joint, which is the hinge
joint on each side of your head in front of your ears that
connects the lower jawbone to your skull. Possible causes of the
disorder are: - Injury to the jaw, the joint or muscles of the
head and neck such as from a heavy blow or whiplash - Grinding
or clenching your teeth - Dislocation of the ball and socket -
Arthritis in the TMJ If you grind your teeth at night, you may
need a bite guard or mouth guard to protect your teeth and
prevent them from meshing together. Certain other causes may
also affect your bite, which in turn may require corrective
dental treatment. We can improve your bite by balancing the
surfaces of your teeth, replacing missing teeth or replacing
fillings or crowns. Maintaining a stable bite is essential to
your oral health and ensures th