Question 1

what is the definition or description of: temporomandibular disorders?

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Definition: A disorder of the temporomandibular joint and/or associated structures. See a TMD-orofacial pain doc for assessment.

Question 2

could a orthodontist treat temporomandibular disorders?

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TMD\TMJ: There is no true specialty in dentistry regarding treating TMJoint disorders. It is based more on the experience and training of the particular doctor as well as a personal decision if one feels competent to treat such situations or refer it to another health care provider. General dentists, Orthodontists, Prosthodontists and Oral Surgeons typically can treat this.

Question 3

does anyone know about tmd temporomandibular disorders?

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TMD: Temporomandibular disorders, or tmd, are a broad range of problems that can occur with the temporomandibular joint, or tmj. They can manifest as pain in the jaw or ear, headaches, jaw joint clicking, popping or grating, locking of the jaw closed or open, and changes in the occlusion, or bite. They can usually be managed by a soft, non-chewing diet, moist heat and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories.

Question 4

what is temporomandibular joint disorder?

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Inflammation: Temporomandicular joint disorder (TMJ) is a common inflammatory condition of the joint between your jaw bone and your skull at the temples.  This joint is subject to trauma, overuse, arthritis, etc. Just like any other joint.  If you suspect this condition, see your family doctor or internist for treatment options and a possible referral.

Question 5

what is temporomandibular joint disorder (tmj/tmd)?

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Jaw joint: Tmj stands for temporomandibular joint. It is the joint that connects the lower jaw to the base of the skull at two areas or joints. It sometimes refers to conditions that involve this anatomical area that today are referred to as tmd, temporomandibular disorders, a group of various conditions involving the breakdown of any, some or all of the differing components of the tmj.

Question 6

how can i tell if i have temporomandibular joint disorder?

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TMJ symptoms: Pain on opening and closing your jaw, joint noises such as "clicking", limitations on the amount you can open your mouth or move your jaw from side to side, jaw pain especially in front of your ear, your jaw locking open or closed, pain in your jaw on awakening are many of the most common symptoms.  See your dentist for a one on one personal exam and evaluation.

Question 7

how painful is the typical temporomandibular joint disorder?

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TMJ: Degree and perception of pain varies from person to person.

Question 8

please tell me if i have temporomandibular joint disorder? how can i tell?

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Triad of symptoms: Most common TMJ symptoms include jaw joint pain, limited oral opening and jaw joint noises (clicking, popping, grinding). Other symptoms include pain in muscles around jaw joint, headache, ear pain, tinnitus.

Question 9

what are the symptoms of tmj (temporomandibular joint disorder)?

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TMJ : Clicking, opening or closing difficulty, pain.

Question 10

what is tmj (temporomandibular joint disorder)? what happens inside the joint?

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Good question!: Tmj is not one but many conditions known together as temporomandibular disorders. They range from problems with the muscles and the bite to internal derangements of the joint itself. Inside the joint there is a disc which can become displaced, causing painful clicking or popping, locking of the joint, and eventually, a very common kind of arthritis, degenerative joint disease, or osteoarthritis.

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