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Understanding Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD): Symptoms, Causes, and Effective Treatment

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  Are you experiencing persistent jaw pain, headaches, or discomfort while eating? You might be dealing with Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMD), a condition that affects the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. TMD can significantly impact your daily life, but the good news is that effective treatment options are available, including at HEAL मी Orofacial Pain & TMD Clinic. What is TMD? The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your jawbone to your skull and facilitates movements like chewing, speaking, and yawning. TMD refers to a range of disorders that affect this joint and the muscles surrounding it. It's a common condition, with symptoms varying from mild discomfort to severe pain. Symptoms of TMD: Jaw pain or soreness Clicking, popping, or grinding sounds when moving the jaw Difficulty opening or closing the mouth Headaches, often resembling tension headaches Earaches or ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Facial pain, particularly aro...