17/02/2026
🎥 In this video, Dr. Chetna Tikmani, TMJ specialist in Kolkata, explains what the Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) is.
👩⚕️The TMJ doctor says TMJ stands for the temporomandibular joint. It is a small joint located right in front of our ears that connects the lower jaw to the head. There is one joint on the left side and another on the right side.
The TMJ allows us to perform actions such as talking, chewing, smiling, and yawning, and it is working constantly.
It is important because when this joint does not function correctly, it can result in: Jaw pain, clicking sound in the ear, headaches, & even tooth problems. This dysfunction is referred to as TMJ disorder, also known as Temporomandibular disorder(TMD).
The tmj dentist who uses these videos to spread awareness about jaw joint health. She also mentioned that in her next video, she will share common misconceptions about TMJ & TMD.⚖️
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