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TMJ/TMD Pain Relief in Burbank, CA
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TMJ in Burbank
(Temporomandibular Joint)
The TMJ is the joint that connects the jawbone to the skull, enabling you to move your jaw up and down and side to side. TMJ disorders can arise from several factors, including:
- Trauma or injury to the jaw or head
- Arthritis or inflammation of the joint
- Stress and tension in the jaw muscles due to teeth grinding or clenching
- Bite problems, misaligned teeth or jaw
Common signs and symptoms of TMJ include:
Common signs and symptoms of TMJ include:
- Jaw pain or tenderness that may be worse when chewing or talking
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds when opening or closing the mouth
- Difficulty or pain when opening or closing the mouth
- Stiffness or locking of the jaw joint
- Ear pain, headaches, neck and shoulder pain
TMD in Burbank
(Temporomandibular Disorder)
TMD is a broader term that refers to any problem affecting the jaw joint, muscles, and nerves.
Some causes of TMD include:
- Stress and tension in the jaw muscles due to teeth grinding or clenching
- Trauma or injury to the jaw or head
- Arthritis or inflammation of the joint
- Dental problems or bite issues
- Abnormalities in the jaw or skull
Common signs and symptoms of TMD include:
- Jaw pain or tenderness
- Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds when opening or closing the mouth
- Difficulty or pain when opening or closing the mouth
- Stiffness or locking of the jaw joint
- Headaches, ear pain, neck and shoulder pain
- Dizziness or ringing in the ears
