Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is your jaw joint. It connects your lower jawbone to the base of your skull. You have one TMJ on each side of your face, located just in front of your ears. These ...

If your TMJ-related pain has been around for months rather than weeks, it might be time to talk with your doctor about adjusting your treatment plan. Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is a ...

Many TMJ cases resolve on their own or with simple treatments. TMJ symptoms often involve jaw pain, popping, or difficulty opening the mouth. Stress, teeth grinding, and jaw injuries are common causes ...

Several treatments are available that can help alleviate jaw tightness and reduce the frequency of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) flare-ups. While these methods can provide relief, TMJ is typically not ...

How to figure out what might be causing the pain, and how to make it stop By Ashley Abramson Where your lower jaw meets your ...

A TMJ arthroscopy can help your oral and maxillofacial specialist diagnose your TMJ. An arthroscopy is an advanced, minimally invasive procedure. During an arthroscopy, your provider puts a thin tube ...