TMJ is a common, convenient shorthand for jaw pain, but the correct term for the condition is temporomandibular disorder or TMD.Photograph: Iuliia Burmistrova/Getty Images It seems like all of my ...

Sometimes, my jaw clicks and crunches so much that I wonder if there’s a tiny seed or cracker shard stuck deep in the back of my mouth. Still, I’ve never thought much of it ― I’ve always reckoned it’s ...

When it comes to well-being, your jaw health likely isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. However, experts say many day-to-day issues — everything from headaches to ear pain — can be a sign of jaw ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Does your jaw makes noises like clicking, popping or even grinding? Those are signs that you may be suffering from TMJ. TMJ is an umbrella term for problems with the jaw ...

TMJ disorders affect the jaw joint, surrounding muscles, and ligaments that control the jaw. Symptoms can range from mild jaw clicking and trouble opening the mouth to headaches. Doctors may prescribe ...

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. This story first appeared in Healthy You - January 2025, The Gazette’s quarterly health publication.

Dear Dr. Roach: I have developed the habit of unconsciously clenching my jaw during the day. I tend to worry about things and have trouble turning off enough to relax. I actually don't mind clenching ...

A man’s post about ChatGPT helping him “fix” his five-year-old jaw issue has sparked a debate about the role of AI in the healthcare industry. He claimed that with the help of the AI chatbot, he got ...