Many times people, who have a lot of stress, clench and grind their teeth without even realizing it. You should never allow your teeth to touch. Try to keep your jaw relaxed and loose. Symptoms of TMD also vary. Headaches, pain behind the eyes, dizziness, jaw pain, teeth pain, neck pain, difficulty hearing, stuffy feeling in ears, and jaw clicking are the most common symptoms.
Some people can experience fever and flu like symptoms as well.
When TMD flares up, the person might not be able to open or close their mouth. If you think you have TMD, you should visit your doctor and dentist. They will do many tests, X-Rays, and may send you to a TMD specialist. They will want to rule out any other health reasons that might be a factor. When TMD acts up, you should stick to soft foods.