#TMJdisorders is a type of TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDER or TMD can cause pain in your #jawjoint and in

Nikhil M. Patel, DMD Blog #TMJdisorders is a type of TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDER or TMD can cause pain in your #jawjoint and in

#TMJdisorders is a type of TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDER or TMD can cause pain in your #jawjoint and in the #muscles that control jaw movement. It can be due to #genetics, #arthritis or #jawinjury. Seek medical attention if you have persistent pain or tenderness in your jaw, or if you can't open or close your jaw completely. Dr. NikhilPatelDMD, your #CosmeticDentist & #ReconstructiveDentist can discuss possible causes and treatments of your problem.

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