Blog: TMD/TMJ

Have you been dealing with jaw pain, headaches, or difficulty chewing? If so, you may be experiencing issues related to your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). At Gordon Dental, we provide comprehensive TMD/TMJ treatment in St. Augustine, FL, to help you find relief and restore proper function to your jaw.

What Is TMD?

TMD, or temporomandibular disorder, affects the joint connecting your jaw ...

Millions of individuals suffer from head, neck, and dental pain associated with jaw disorders. Many of these cases stem from temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder.

TMJ issues arise in the joints that attach a person’s lower jaw to the skull and facilitate the movements needed for biting, chewing, and speaking. TMJ disorder (TMD) occurs when teeth, facial muscles, and the temporomandibular ...

So many things can cause discomfort; sometimes, it isn’t easy to know what is happening with our bodies. You may refer to the internet for answers, but that isn’t always reliable. So, you may not know where to turn when you have pain in your ear or jaw or hear a clicking noise when you open and close your mouth. ...