I had tmj arthroscopy done 6 months ago+ the soft tissue behind the disc minimized for anteriour disc displacement! i hear a lot of pops. is norma?

Yes: You may continue to hear pops and clicks both on opening and closing. As long as your range of motion is good, you have no pain on opening and closing, and are able to open wide enough for normal function, you should be fine. Hearing clicks and pops from the TMJ area is more common than you think.

Probably not: Popping in the tm joint is usually indicative of disc displacement. You may have reinjured the joint and should have it evaluated.

Popping jaw: Most studies indicate that procedures to place the TMJ disc back in a more natural position, relapse after approximately one year. A popping jaw joint is not necessarily bad. In most cases, this will resolve on it's own over time. The TMJ is a very unique joint and has the capacity to adapt and heal unlike other joints. For this reason, treatments should always be a conservative as possible.

Yes, that can occur.: Athroscopy of the TMJ does not guarentee that the disc will remain in place. There are studies that show the disc more displaced and deformed after arthroscopic surgery. There is not any particular treatment that can guarentee the disc will remain in place during function. You may need to pursue orthodontics to stabilize your bite. Find someone experienced in TMJ treatment.

No It is not: A stable joint is painless, noiseless and has a full range of motion. If other situations exist then the cause of the problems need to be addressed to acquire the best form and function position. Arthroscopy for joints addresses the damage inside the joint, but does not address why the damage occurred. Find out the cause. Treat the cause and stop treating the effects.

Could be: Popping is ok as long as your other symptoms are better. Your surgeon may have told you that noises may persist after a successful arthroscopy.

Very common: Arthroscopy has little effect on the disk positions and are successful in reducing symptoms in about 70% of patients. Non invasive, non surgical and conservative treatment is recommended.