TMJ problems can cause various symptoms, including jaw tightness, difficulty in chewing or swallowing, and discomfort in the jaw, teeth, mouth, or neck. However, it's important to consult a healthcare professional, preferably a dentist or an oral and maxillofacial specialist, for a proper evaluation and diagnosis. A healthcare professional will examine your jaw joint, discuss your symptoms, and may perform additional tests or imaging studies to determine the cause of your symptoms. TMJ issues can have different underlying causes, such as jaw misalignment, teeth grinding, stress, or arthritis. Treatment options may include: Self-care measures: Applying moist heat or cold packs to the affected area, avoiding hard or chewy foods, practicing relaxation techniques to reduce stress, and avoiding activities that worsen the symptoms. Medications: Over-the-counter pain relievers or muscle relaxants may help relieve pain and reduce muscle tension. In some cases, your healthcare professional may prescribe stronger medications if necessary. Bite guard or splint: A custom-made oral appliance, such as a bite guard or splint, can be used to help reduce teeth grinding or clenching and improve jaw alignment. Physical therapy: Specific exercises and physical therapy techniques can help improve jaw mobility, reduce muscle tension, and promote healing. Injections: In some cases, corticosteroid injections or Botox injections may be recommended to reduce pain and inflammation in the jaw joint. Dental treatments: If misaligned teeth or a bite issue contribute to the TMJ problem, orthodontic treatments or dental adjustments may be recommended. It's important to consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan based on your specific situation. They will be able to provide you with personalized advice and guidance to address your TMJ concerns effectively.

First thing is diagnosis of problem secondly find reason of pain get all radiographic and technological reports as per doctors advise and then finally strart with treatment. few steps you may encounter in next process - 1 - Open & Closed Mouth X rays 2 - CBCT for TMJ 3 - MRI for Disc 4 - T scan or Joint Vibration analysis 5 - Movement of jaw analysis

Hello Bcz of that u can face chewing issue but not swallowing issue,consult physically

Cause of this problem can be due to many reasons , such as : 1.Trauma 2. Habits ( Tobacco chewing ) 3. Infection

Hi. There could be many reasons for the TMJ problem:- 1) Erupting third molar 2)  Habits (clenching/chewing) 3)Trauma Treatment will be based on the cause

Tmj doesn’t cause difficulty in swallowing food .