How Does TMJ Affect Your Mouth’s Normal Function

The temporomandibular joint syndrome, also known as TMJ, is an affection that can cause a wide range of symptoms, from pain in the jaw, headaches, the inability to open and close the mouth properly, tension in the area under the eyes, popping noises coming from the jaw while opening or closing the joint, even a complete mouth lock.

TMJ affects the normal function of the mouth in many ways. The causes of the condition are not known entirely, but the onset of TMJ is most commonly linked to some sort of infection, such as ear infection or a dental abscess, to trauma sustained by the jaw, to arthritis in the bones of the face or to stress-induced behavior, such as teeth grinding. TMJ affects include the inability to smile or to move the jaw for eating and drinking. If the disorder persists, it might also lead to the appearance of chronic symptoms and effects, such as destroyed tooth enamel (especially if TMJ is caused is called by teeth grinding) and shifting in the position of teeth that can lead to overcrowded teeth, the increased risk of developing dental cavities and infections, even the inflammation and other problem of the gums.  Be sure to get a professional diagnosis and correction from places like https://www.precisionosi.com/contact-us/contact-information-office-map/.