The symptoms of having a TMJ dysfunction include muscular compensation which in itself can cause muscular pain elsewhere in the body. The jaw joint bones themselves can deform and become arthritic as the cartilaginous disc separating the head of the jaw (the condyle) and the joint space becomes damaged or displaced resulting in painful clicks and pressure.
Hearing loss and ringing in the ears (tinnitus) is common, popping sounds and clicks can be very irritating as well as painful.
Bite irregularities can, of course, be the cause of excessive wear of the teeth and restorations as well as premature loss of crowns and bridges.
For most patients the main problem is chronic headaches which may become debilitating. Pain often manifests itself as toothache and pain in the front area of the face. Hard foods may be difficult to eat and the opening of the mouth is greatly reduced and even at times locked. Trigger pain spots are common around the face and neck.
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