TMJ (temporomandibular joint)

The TMJ or temporomandibular joint is actually the hinge that connects the jaw to the head. TMJ dysfunction is a malrelationship or malalignment of the jaw to the head. The relationship of the jaw to the head is dictated by three things: the jaw joint, the muscles that open and close the jaw and support the head, and the teeth themselves. All three have to work in harmony or a problem may exist.  For years the dental profession has considered dysfunction of the TMJ to be the cause of many painful head and neck conditions. This, along with related cervical spine posture abnormalities, cause headaches, ear and eye problems, sinus pain, dizziness, swallowing difficulties, clicking jaw joints, grinding and clenching of your teeth, facial pain, toothaches, nausea and fatigue.

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