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Jaw Clicking: When It’s Normal vs When It Signals TMD

Jaw Clicking: When It’s Normal vs When It Signals TMD

Jaw clicking is common. For some people, it’s a harmless joint noise that never becomes a problem. For others, it’s an early sign of temporomandibular disorder (TMD)—a group of conditions involving the jaw joint and the muscles that control jaw movement. The clinical question isn’t “Is clicking bad?” It’s: Is the clicking accompanied by pain, … Continue reading Jaw Clicking: When It’s Normal vs When It Signals TMD