{"id":126867,"date":"2021-09-02T05:05:04","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T05:05:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/?p=126867"},"modified":"2023-08-31T07:37:11","modified_gmt":"2023-08-31T07:37:11","slug":"temporomandibular-joint-dysfunction","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/temporomandibular-joint-dysfunction\/","title":{"rendered":"Temporomandibular joint dysfunction"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pain in the region of the lower jawbone (mandible) and the temporal bone situated in front of the ear.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-39\">\n<div class=\"p-4 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 lg:px-0 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Discomfort and additional symptoms involving the head, jaw, and face are believed to arise when there is an improper coordination between the temporomandibular joints and the associated muscles and ligaments.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-41\">\n<div class=\"p-4 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 lg:px-0 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Frequent trigger of temporomandibular joint dysfunction involves spasms in the chewing muscles, often initiated by clenching or grinding teeth due to emotional stress. Another potential contributor is malocclusion, an improper bite, which adds strain to the muscles. Additionally, issues with the temporomandibular joint might stem from injuries to the jaw, head, or neck. In unusual instances, the cause could be attributed to osteoarthritis.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"group w-full text-token-text-primary border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-43\">\n<div class=\"p-4 justify-center text-base md:gap-6 md:py-6 lg:px-0 m-auto\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-1 gap-4 text-base mx-auto md:gap-6 md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-[38rem] xl:max-w-3xl }\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3 lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3 max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-3 overflow-x-auto whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Frequent indications encompass headaches, sensitiveness in the jaw muscles, and a persistent facial discomfort, particularly in the vicinity of the ear. Additionally, challenges might arise in opening the mouth, along with instances of jaw locking, audible clicking sounds during mouth movements, and discomfort arising from wide mouth opening or chewing.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>For the majority of instances, treatment revolves around addressing muscle spasms and alleviating pain using analgesic medications. In certain scenarios, injections of corticosteroid drugs might be administered into the joint. It could also be necessary to make adjustments to the bite through the utilization of orthodontic devices. In severe situations, surgical intervention on one or both temporomandibular joints might become necessary.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pain in the region of the lower jawbone (mandible) and the temporal bone situated in front of the ear. Discomfort and additional symptoms involving the head, jaw, and face are believed to arise when there is an improper coordination between the temporomandibular joints and the associated muscles and ligaments. 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Another potential contributor is malocclusion, an improper bite, which adds strain to the muscles. Additionally, issues with the temporomandibular joint might stem from injuries to the jaw, head, or neck. In unusual instances, the cause could be attributed to osteoarthritis.Frequent indications encompass headaches, sensitiveness in the jaw muscles, and a persistent facial discomfort, particularly in the vicinity of the ear. Additionally, challenges might arise in opening the mouth, along with instances of jaw locking, audible clicking sounds during mouth movements, and discomfort arising from wide mouth opening or chewing.For the majority of instances, treatment revolves around addressing muscle spasms and alleviating pain using analgesic medications. In certain scenarios, injections of corticosteroid drugs might be administered into the joint. It could also be necessary to make adjustments to the bite through the utilization of orthodontic devices. 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