What Is TMJ Disorder? Causes, Symptoms, and When to See a Specialist

TMJ orofacial pain exam with a healthcare worker checking a patient’s mouth

If you have jaw pain, clicking when you open your mouth, or headaches that will not go away, you may have a TMJ disorder. TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint, the hinge that connects your lower jaw to your skull. You have one on each side of your head, right in front of your ears. When something […]