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TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint, or more commonly known as "jaw joint, " or the small joint that attaches the lower jaw to the skull. This joint is located right in front of the ear lobe and allows the fluid motion that we're used to. Without the TMJs, we could not eat, speak, swallow, or open and close our mouths for any other reason. The diseases and disorders of the TMJ area a complex set of conditions. The indications of such a condition include pain in the entire jaw area and neighboring muscles, as well as limited mobility. They can affect eating, swallowing, speaking, and even facial expression. It can also be common to experience TMJ pain when other join condition, like arthritis, already exist.
Dr. Barsky is an expert in the oral cavity and specializes in Miami TMJ treatment with friendly, gentle dentistry.
The diseases and disorders of the TMJ are a complex set of conditions. The indications of such a condition include pain in the entire jaw area and neighboring muscles, as well as limited mobility. They can affect eating, swallowing, speaking, and even facial expression. It can also be common to experience TMJ pain when other join condition, like arthritis, already exist. The following symptoms can be indicative of a TMJ disorder
The solution may be relatively simple. On the other hand, the TMJ and its relationship to your teeth and muscles are very complex, and a long term solution could be complex and frustrating to treat. An examination is required to be able to give you the answers you want. Based on what Dr. Barsky discovers, he will recommend the most conservative TMJ Miami solutions that makes treatment ideal for you.
