Signs and symptoms of TMJ disorders may include:
- Pain or tenderness of your jaw
- Aching pain in and around your ear
- Difficulty chewing or discomfort while chewing
- Aching facial pain
- Locking of the joint, making it difficult to open or close your mouth
- Headache
- Uncomfortable bite
- An uneven bite
- Shoulder pain
- Ringing in the ears
If you have persistent pain or tenderness in your jaw, if you have facial pain and experience clicking or grating when you chew or move your jaw, or if you can’t open or close your jaw completely, let the Dr. know. We have a tremendous amount of success in working with people with TMJ issues.