Dealing with Issues of the TMJ

Did you know that you can receive TMJ dentistry if you are struggling with problems involving your TMJ? Today we address why it’s important to treat complications affecting your TMJ so that you can have better health and happiness. The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are the joints that attach the jaw to the skull. If the TMJ becomes damaged or ceases... read more »

What is TMJ?

The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is most commonly known as a jaw joint. It is a heavily-used joint found at the base of the skull right in front of the ears. This joint connects the lower jaw bone (mandible) to the upper jaw bone (maxilla) and consists of mostly cartilage, held together by ligaments around the jaw and head. Basically,... read more »