TMD (Temporomandibular Dysfunction)

TMD or Temporomandibular dysfunction describes a range of problems with the jaw joint, also known as the TemporoMandibular Joint or TMJ.

TMD may present as pain, stiffness, tension, jaw clicking and difficulty eating. It can affect one or both sides of the jaw.

TMD is frequently related to stress, teeth clenching and grinding (bruxism) and tension headaches.