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A member asked:
I have had an overbite since i was born (i guess) could that be contributing to my possible tmj?
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Absolutely: The overbite disrupts the normal path of movement for your jaws. This will strain the muscles of the tmj.
Answered 7/11/2015
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Quite possibly: Malocclusion is the single most common finding in patients with joint dysfunction. Please see a qualified orthodontic specialist to evaluate if our occlusion is causative of or contributory to your problem.
Answered 11/19/2013
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Sometimes: Some studies show a relationship between your bite and TMJ. However, must patients with "overbites" do not have TMJ.
Answered 3/17/2015
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