Tmj diagnosis can it caused ear pain when swallowing? sore under ear, temple, front neck muscle and ear pain when eating & swallowing. jaw clicks too. :(

TMJ: These are all symptoms of moderate-to-severe TMJ. Ear pain (referred) from TMJ is common. Clicking is near diagnostic. Get symptoms under control with lifestyle/diet changes, like soft diet, heat compresses, and mouth guard while asleep to prevent jaw grinding. Use OTC NSAIDs (Motrin) for flair ups. Might benefit from muscle relaxants or acupuncture. See oral surgeon if doesn't help.

Yes: With TMJ the symptoms can range from just annoying noises and discomfort to severe pain that can irradiate to most of the regions I your face, neck and head. The pain can intensify with chewing and of course swallowing. It is best that you seek the advice of someone in the field of TMJ such a prosthodontist who can help you.

TMJ: These are all symptoms of TMJ dysfunction. Most TMJ dysfunction is caused by bruxism (chronic teeth grinding and/or clenching), or a bad bite. Make an appointment with your dentist or a dentist who treats TMJ dysfunction for an examination. You might also want to see an ENT specialist to rule out any ear or head and neck infections.

Pain and dysfunction: If the tmj/tmd issues last for awhile, some symptoms can affect the ear (s) in many ways. You may develop ringing in the ears; earaches, popping-grating-clicking that is heard constantly in the ears; roaring muffled sounds; hearing loss; on and on. It is better to see an ENT first if you have ear symptoms to rule out it being the ears as the source of the problem.

TMJ dysfunction: The muscles and ligaments that cause your jaw to move are not working smoothly. If you chew gum stop. Eat softer foods next 2-3 weeks. Apply moist heat to the joint area. Stress plays a big role in triggering TMJ problems. Find activities to help reduce your stress level. See your dentist for more detailed help.

TMJ: Likely TMJ. Area anatomy complicated however. Before commencing TMj treatment with TMJ expert, get ENT exam to rule out other disease.Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

TMJ syndrome: Temporo-mandibular syndrome is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. TMJ syndrome may cause ear pain, ringing in the ears, jaw locking, and pain behind the ear. Proper diagnosis is the key to successful treatment. See Orofacial Pain expert for a consultation and treatment options.