The pain and dysfunction of the jaw muscle are called temporomandibular joint disorder and is diagnosed so that customized treatment can be done. Treatment is done using physical therapy and using oral medicine rather than using expensive equipment or surgery and patient education to manage pain and treat the affected area.
Symptoms
Clicking sounds when you open your mouth
Headaches, neck and shoulder pain
Sounds from the jaw joint
Cannot fit two fingers when mouth is open comfortably
Pain in the jaw and surrounding area and discomfort felt when talking or eating food