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Temporomandibular Joint Disorder – TMD
Characterized by ongoing pain in the jaw, muscles of the face or near the ear, along with occasional popping or clicking of the jaw, Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD) affect millions of individuals throughout the United States. Often incorrectly referred to as TMJ or TMJ Syndrome, in which the jaw joint is referenced, TMD classifies problems
Do You Have A Jaw Pain?
An increasing number of Americans experience jaw pain, which many assume is related to their teeth. While this is a valid assumption, however, there are numerous potential causes for jaw pain. Colgate mentions the following: decayed or abscessed teeth, gum infection or periodontal disease, teeth grinding (bruxism), temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) or injury to the