Signs that You May Suffer from Temporomandibular Joint Disorder
Do you know what TMJ stands for? It stands for temporomandibular joint. The temporomandibular joint is the articulation that connects the jawbone with the temporal bone of the skull. As you take care of your teeth, you should take care of the TMJ. When the TMJ sounds odd or hurts, you may be suffering from TMD (temporomandibular disorder). What is TMD? The temporomandibular joint disorder consists of any clicking sounds, pain, or any abnormalities with the articulation. Some signs that you are experiencing it are: - Headaches - Ringing sounds in your ear - The locking of your jaw when opening or closing your mouth - A pop in your jaw - Sore jaw - Toothache If you suffer from any of these symptoms, you may benefit from our TMJ therapy in Okotoks. We will explain it further. TMD Diagnosis Our dentist in Okotoks will ask many questions to detect what the problem could be. Since when you have the pain, if it has happened before, if you are doing any stressful activities that cause tension