What are the first signs of TMJ?
The first signs of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) or orofacial pain are often clicking or popping noises in the jaw joint, limited or abnormal jaw opening, pain when chewing or talking, jaw pain or discomfort, pain in the facial muscles, earaches, and headaches. The growing interest in TMD disorder is explained, in part, by the fact that more than half of all physician visits are for head pain.