Why Is It Important to Understand TMD? The jaw does not work on its own. It is part of a larger, interconnected system that includes
The Three-Point Support System of the Jaw The lower jaw—also called the mandible—is uniquely connected to the head in two key areas: the right and
The stability of the stomatognathic system—which includes the mandible, temporomandibular joints (TMJs), teeth, and associated musculature—relies on two fundamental factors that govern healthy function and
Occlusal instability occurs when the upper and lower teeth do not come together in a balanced, supportive way. When the bite is uneven, the jaw
In our previous post, we discussed why so many TMD patients continue to suffer despite “normal” imaging: the problem is often not structural damage, but
The jaw does not work on its own. It is part of a larger, interconnected system that includes the teeth, jaw joints (TMJs), muscles, nerves,
TMD patients rarely fail treatment because they lack motivation. They fail because the real problem was never identified. In many cases, the condition isn’t structural
