Temporomandibular joint syndrome

temporomandibular joint syndrome

n. Abbr. TMJ

A disorder that is caused by faulty articulation of the temporomandibular joint and is characterized by facial pain, headache, ringing ears, dizziness, and stiffness of the neck. Also called myofacial pain-dysfunction syndrome.

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Temporomandibular joint syndrome

TMJ Syndrome refers to an incorrect alignment of the lower jaw to the skull which causes the bite to be off line. It causes chronic headaches, nausea, and other symtoms.

Mentioned in: Maxillofacial Trauma