TMJ disorder has often been portrayed as psycho-stress related, but in truth there are many different types of TMJ, any one of which may result from multiple causes.
The most common factor contributing to TMJ is a bite problem affecting the joint itself. Interferences in the structure of individual teeth may force displacement of the lower jaw, leading the muscles to position the joints out of their sockets to force the upper and lower teeth to fit together. Anatomical factors within the joint or surrounding muscles (such as the presence of scar tissue) may also interfere with the bite and cause TMJ disorder.
In other cases, TMJ may result from a jolting injury to the head or face. Also, wear and tear on the teeth due to aging or tooth grinding and clenching may cause uneven surfaces on the teeth, leading to interferences in the bite and improper jaw closure.
Causes of TMJ Disorder
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