A
human masticatory (chewing) system includes teeth,
masticatory muscles and temporomandibular joint
(jaw joint). If problem occurs in any one of these
components, you may get cramps in masticatory
muscles, causing stress and damages to the jaw
joints and pain will be felt. Very often, the
cartilage in the jaw joints of those who are suffering
from painful jaw joints may be dislocated during
jaw movement, which results in cracking sounds
in the jaw joints.
Factors causing painful jaws
Malocclusion
An over-filled tooth
An unfit denture.
Habitual grinding of teeth.
Chewing on only one side of the mouth.
Traumatic
injury—Jaw joints being traumatized by external
force.
Treatment
If
you have painful jaw joints, consult a dentist
for a detailed check-up and treatment.
