TMJ disorder is not a single problem but a breakdown in coordination between joint, disc, and muscles. Even without identifying a specific cause, we can understand that: The disc may not move correctly,The muscles may not function efficiently and The joint may become irritated.

TMJ disorder is a common cause of jaw pain, headaches and teeth grinding. Learn the symptoms, causes and effective treatment options available in Ireland.

There are few devices in dentistry as widely prescribed, and as widely misunderstood as the Michigan splint. Often called a “night guard,” it’s commonly reduced to a simple idea: something you wear to stop grinding your teeth.