A TMJ patient in Maine had six surgeries to replace part or all of the joints of her jaw. Another woman in California, desperate for relief, used a screwdriver to lengthen her jawbone daily, turning ...

In the past 25 years, I have probably taken 10 or more continuing education (CE) courses specifically about temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. I’ve seen hundreds of photos of worn dentition, ...

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 ...

Q: Which specialist should be consulted for pain and difficulty in moving the jaw? A: You should consult a dentist. If necessary, he may refer you to an oro-maxillofacial surgeon for further ...

Patients with temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) experienced significantly less pain, as well as improved diet and jaw function, after treatment with muscle exercises and digital occlusal splints ...

Many people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and muscle disorders (TMD) report pain in the jaw. However, these conditions can also cause neck pain. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders (TMD) ...

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 ...

"Some patients have symptoms that either significantly restrict the range of motion in their joint or cause hypermobility or excessive range of motion," says Krishnan. "All such patients can benefit ...

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