TMJ noises
If your temporomandibular joint(TMJ) is clicking, popping, or making crunching sounds, always get it checked even if it is not painful. The sounds point to a dislocation in the TMJ and indicate that i...
Your bite can indicate a TMJ problem
Your upper teeth should overlap your lower teeth. If your upper teeth don't have overlap with your lower teeth, it may indicate that you have a TMJ problem since your upper jaw is either too narrow, o...
TMJ without pain
If you have any noises, or your jaw gets stuck when you open or close, it can indicate a TMJ problem. Pain is not always a symptom, and if ignored can make it worse over time. The absence of pain usua...
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Teeth were made for chewing
Teeth developed their shape to make chewing more efficient. The front teeth were designed for tearing, and the back teeth were designed for compression. That's why it's difficult to chew on hard foods...