Monthly Archive for: ‘January, 2015’
Chronic earaches are a sign of TMJ dysfunction
What is the temporomandibular joint? The temporomandibular joint, or TMJ, is responsible for moving our jaw. The muscles attached to this joint are situated close to the middle of the ears on either side of the skull. Chronic clenching of the jaw or grinding of the teeth (bruxism) can lead to the TMJ becoming inflamed and irritated. Many people are …
