Symptoms of Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Syndrome

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TMJ is a condition of the joint connecting the upper and lower jawbones.


Many TMJ patients will see some of the following symptoms:

Eye pain or problems - bloodshot eyes, blurring vision, pain above or below the eye, pressure behind the eyes, light sensitivity and, watering of the eyes.


Teeth and Gum - clenching during the day or night, night grinding of teeth, tooth pain or sensitive teeth.


Ear Pain & problems - hissing, buzzing, ringing in the ears, diminished hearing, clogged ears, ear pain without infection, vertigo or dizziness.


Neck and Shoulder - neck pain, tired sore neck problems, shoulder aches, back pain, arm, and finger tingling and, stiffness.


First, through an examination of your doctor, you may be asked what type of pain you have and to describe the pain areas as best you can.
He will also look for clicking or popping sounds, the range of jaw motion, wear and tear on the buccal cusps of your teeth, tenderness of your chewing muscles, how your teeth fit together and, ask you to rate your pain based on a pain scale.
Self-care can consist of anti-inflammatory treatment such as NSAIDs, changing your diet, and applying warm compresses to the affected area.
More involved treatment can be received at the doctor's office or care clinic with anesthesia and may involve inserting needles in the temporomandibular joint to wash it out.
A final option may be surgical that involves replacing the jaw joint with artificial implants.


Most professionals also recommend early prevention for TMJ.
Keep your diet free of hard and chewy foods and if you yawn, support your lower jaw.
If you feel you have the symptoms of TMJ, try some preventative therapy or visit your local professional.

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