Symptoms Of Temporomandibular Joint Disease

Difficulty Chewing

Temporomandibular joint disease patients may find they have difficulty chewing or opening their mouths to their fullest extent. Individuals with this condition may also feel pain or an uncomfortable sensation when trying to eat and drink and have difficulty chewing as well. Sufferers have described this sensation as an awkward bite, one in which the upper and lower teeth do not fit together properly and cause discomfort. This feeling may develop over an extended period or may occur suddenly. Additionally, patients with TMJ disease may also find it painful to open their mouths wide, and may attempt to avoid doing so to prevent potential discomfort.

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Jaws Locking

One of the most noticeable and worrying symptoms of temporomandibular joint disease is when the jaws lock. Jaw locking occurs when a person suffering from temporomandibular disease is unable to open or close their jaws at will. In some cases, the jaw will lock in an open position and the sufferer will not be able to close their mouth, and in others, the patient's jaw becomes locked in a closed position so the patient cannot open their mouth. Although very scary, jaw locking is typically temporary. Once the jaw joints loosen, the mouth may be open or closed as desired.

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