Sore throat and ear pain can sometimes occur at the same time. What causes this? What if you have a sore throat on one side but not the other? How is that possible? Suppose you experience pain in your throat that seems to come and go; it’s possible that you’re suffering from TMJ disorder. This
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Do you ever experience pain in your jaw that only happens on one side? If so, you may have TMJ or temporomandibular joint disorder. TMJ is a condition that results from problems with the jaw joint and muscles. While the cause of TMJ is not yet known, it is believed to be caused by various
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Dental patients typically refer to the sensation of a stuck jaw as a lockjaw. This is just partially true. The temporomandibular joint is a hinge that joins the temporal bones in front of each ear to the mouth. It allows you to move your jaw vertically and laterally, allowing you to speak, chew, and yawn.
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Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dislocation occurs when the jaw condyle slips forward, displacing its functional position inside the glenoid fossa and posterior articular eminence. This causes acute orofacial discomfort by stretching the facial ligaments and muscles. Dislocations of the TMJ can be either acute or recurring, with each type having distinct causes. Mandibular dislocation typically develops
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