A tender jaw and difficulty opening and closing your mouth are among the most common symptoms of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction. But there are also surprising side effects of TMJ disorders ...

This informational guide, part of POPSUGAR's Condition Center, lays out the realities of this health concern: what it is, what it can look like, and strategies that medical experts say are proven to ...

TMJ pain may occur during pregnancy as a result of hormonal changes and additional physical and emotional stress. Facial exercises and cold or hot compresses may help relieve this pain. Share on ...

Which night guard for TMJ is best? Temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, conditions and disorders can cause lots of pain in the joint that connects your jawbone to your skull, as well as the muscles that ...

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 TMJ ...

Lie down on your side with your legs straight and arms at your sides. Place your index and middle fingers firmly behind your jawbone and under your ear. Slide your fingers down your neck, applying ...

TMJ care and facial cupping aren’t just about relieving pain—they’re about reclaiming balance, beauty, and breath. As Dr. Chelsea reminds us, “If your jaw feels tight or your face looks puffy, that’s ...

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” for ...

Sometimes, earache and headache occur together. A few conditions can cause this, such as middle ear infections and migraine. The treatment for ear pain with headache depends on what’s causing it. Ear ...