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TMJ (temporomandibular joint) disorders
A type of disorder that can cause pain in the jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement. The exact cause of this disorder is often difficult to determine, and may be due to a combination of factors, such as genetics, arthritis, or jaw injury.
Is a type of:Mouth and tooth diseases
How long it usually lasts:
Short-term (lasts days to weeks)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | Rare | ||||
| Preteen6-13 | Rare | ||||
| Teenager14-18 | Rare | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
Body locations
Face, Ear
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