For those who have experienced the pain of temporomandibular joint disorders, along with the head and neck aches that often ...

Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Several treatments are available that can help alleviate jaw tightness and ...

A TMJ patient in Maine had six surgeries to replace part or all of the joints of her jaw. Another woman in California, desperate for relief, used a screwdriver to lengthen her jawbone daily ...

A groundbreaking study has uncovered new insights into the pain pathways associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Using an innovative in vivo imaging tool to capture functional ...

Left untreated, some conditions that cause ear pain can lead to hearing loss. But effective treatment can usually relieve ...

Stress management, dental care and other health factors remain important in addressing jaw clenching and grinding, but ...

Temporomandibular joint and muscle (TMJ) disorders cause pain in the jaw and surrounding area. They can also cause pressure in the face, temples, and neck. Beyond trauma to the jaw, researchers ...

Study uncovers new insights into pain pathways associated with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. Using an innovative in vivo imaging tool to capture functional activity in mouse models of ...

Medicare may cover some TMJ treatments. Temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) cause dysfunction and pain in the muscles and joints that control a person’s jaw. People use the abbreviation “TMJ ...

Astros prospect Zach Dezenzo was left "pretty sore" after taking a ground ball off the right side of his face during ...