Have you ever suffered from a persistent, annoying ache in your jaw? Have you noticed that your jaw sometimes experiences a popping or locking sensation? Such symptoms are characteristic of TMJ disorder in South Windsor. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) controls the movements of your lower jaw and can cause numerous problems when it is not working correctly. While both men and women are vulnerable to TMJ disorder (TMD), nine out of ten people who seek treatment for it are female. Why is this the case, and what role has COVID-19 had in affecting women’s jaw health? Let’s talk about these important questions.
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