The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull, and it plays a pivotal rol…

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull, and it plays a pivotal role in everyday activities such as chewing, speaking, and yawning. To function smoothly, the TMJ relies on a complex network of muscles, ligaments, and bones. However, when something disrupts this intricate balance, individuals may experience a range of symptoms, collectively known as temporomandibular joint disorder or TMJ disorder. This condition can be quite debilitating and may manifest in several ways, including pain, limited jaw movement, and even hearing problems.

The TMJ acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. You have one joint on each side of your jaw. TMJ disorders (temporomandibular disorder) or TMD can cause pain in your jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement. The exact cause of a person's TMJ disorder is often difficult to determine. Your pain may be due to a combination of factors, such as genetics, arthritis or jaw injury. Some people who have jaw pain also tend to clench or grind their teeth, although many people habitually clench or grind their teeth and never develop TMJ disorders.

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