Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common disorder in children, and it’s characterized by inflammation, pain, and discomfort in the joints. This complication can occur in the joint holding your upper and lower jaws, known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). When your juvenile’s TMJ is affected by RA, it causes tenderness, pain, stiffness, and noise when opening and closing their mouth. The critical question is: Can this problem be treated? This article discusses the available options for managing and treating juvenile rheumatoid-arthritis-related jaw disorders. Common Juvenile Rheumatoid-Arthrit ..read more

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the joint that connects your jawbone to your skull on both sides of your jaw. Like any other joint in your body, TMJ is prone to various complications that can render it dysfunctional. This dysfunction of the TMJ results in jaw pain, discomfort, difficulty opening or closing your mouth, difficulty chewing, and a locked jaw. Since TMJ disorders (TMD) can cause a significant disruption in your life, it is important to seek treatment immediately. There are many forms of TMJ treatments that you can choose for your disorder. However, there has been a considerabl ..read more