tmj symptoms in the vocal cords
TMJ Disorders Treatment in NYC, Manhattan, New York (NY) The tempromandibular joint (TMJ) works like a hinge, connecting the lower jaw to the upper one. Unlike other kinds of hinges, the TMJ has some shift in it so that the jaw can move side-to-side as well as up-and-down while you chew, talk, and yawn. Like many complicated and delicate bits of machinery, the TMJ is prone to malfunction. TMJ disorders are caused by problems with the muscles that control the joint, the jaw, or the joint itself. Symptoms can include pain in the jaw, neck, shoulders, or face, a popping noise when you open your mouth, jaws that get stuck or locked open or shut, difficulty chewing or pain when chewing, toothaches, earaches, hearing problems, and facial swelling.