What is TMJ?
TMJ stands for Temporomandibular Joint, which is the name of the jaw joint associated with chewing. Dr. Jensen uses splints, braces and occasional jaw surgery to relieve problems associated with the jaw joints. TMJ dysfunction usually implies that the patient is suffering from headaches, earaches, neck and shoulder pain, loss of hearing, loss of balance, backaches, difficulty chewing, difficulty in jaw opening, locking jaws and jaw joint osteo-arthritic degeneration. Sometimes Dr. Jensen works closely with your family dentist, a periodontal specialist or an oral and maxillofacial surgeon, a prosthodontist and/or a physiotherapist, when correcting TMJ problems.
TMJ Dysfunction is a condition of the jaw that occurs when the Temporo mandibular Joint is misaligned or malfunctioning in a way that subjects the joint to excess pressure. TMJ can seriously affect how your mouth works and often includes side-effects such as blocked nasal passages, neck pain, headaches and difficulty chewing.
The temporomandibular joint, also known as TMJ, is the ball and socket joint that connects the lower jaw to the bone on each side of the head. The temporomandibular joint is stabilized by muscles that make it possible to open and close the mouth. The pain, discomfort or tenderness in or around these joints is referred to as TMJ disorders. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, TMJ disorders are more common in women than men and over 10 million people are affected by TMJ disorders.
