TMJ

TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint disorder. This is a disorder that involves the muscles and joints involved with joint movement. Painful symptoms may result when one or more of the joins do not work in alignment with each other. Some contributing factors to TMJ maybe misalignment of the jaw, tooth grinding or arthritis. People under stress may also, unconsciously, grinds or clench their teeth. Therefore, it is important that under periods of stress people try to be aware of their clenching and see their dentist for preventative options such as a nightguard.