How Can I Tell If I Have TMJ?

The temporomandibular joints are the joints that connect your jaw to your skull. These two joints play an essential role in everyday tasks like talking and eating. When these joints develop a disorder, you can experience chronic pain.

Your orthodontist in East Bradenton, West Bradenton, and Parrish, FL, can help with disorders of the temporomandibular joints (also known as “TMJ”). If you have TMJ disorder (also called “TMD”), get treatment before your problem gets worse. Here’s what to know.

What Is TMJ/TMD?

TMJ refers to the temporomandibular joints, but some people use the acronym TMJ to refer to disorders of the temporomandibular joints. TMJ disorders can happen when these joints become strained, injured, or damaged. TMJ disorder is most easily identified by the chronic pain that patients experience, but there are other symptoms of this condition as well.

Symptoms of TMJ/TMD

The following are symptoms of TMJ/TMD:

• Clicking and popping noises when chewing, eating, and talking
• Headaches
• Teeth grinding
• Teeth sensitivity
• Ear aches
• Limited motion of the jaw

What Should I Do If I Have TMJ/TMD?

If you have TMJ disorder, it’s important to get help from a dental professional with expertise. We provide TMJ treatment in East Bradenton, West Bradenton, and Parrish, FL. TMJ disorder can be caused by many problems, so it’s important to get a personalized treatment plan for your condition. We can help! If you experience TMJ disorder, call today to make an appointment. We can help you identify the cause of your TMJ, and we can help you identify methods of treatment.