Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction Syndrome (TMJDS)

Temporomandibular joint dysfunction syndrome is a term for pain and dysfunction of the muscles that open and close the jaw and TMJ. A bang to the jaw or overuse can result in pain. Causes of overusing your jaw could be clenching or grinding (caused by stress, anxiety or depression), chewing gum, Nail biting, Yawning, Chewy foods, Wind instruments and Singing with a wide open mouth.