TMJ Disease in the Older Population
Most people believe that temporomandibular joint disorder (also known as TMJ/TMD) is a problem that affects adolescents and young adults, but most patients are actually middle-aged or older. Unfortunately, few people seek diagnosis or TMJ disorder treatment in the prime of their life, and continue to suffer from the symptoms as they age. We’ll discuss TMJ symptoms and treatment in a little more detail below. Prevalence and Causes of TMD in Older Patients In younger patients, TMJ pain is typically…