Understanding TMD: Top 5 Symptoms To Watch Out For
Temporomandibular disorder (TMD) is the general term we use for dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Everyone has two temporomandibular joints — one on each side of the face — connecting the jaw to the skull. When both are healthy and functioning properly, you should be able to open and close your mouth, yawn, chew, take a large bite of food, or move your jaw in any direction silently and with ease. A dysfunctional TMJ, on the other hand, can cause any number of symptoms that may impact your daily life, especially if you don’t get treatment.
