Can TMJ Dysfunction Cause Arthritis?

May 22, 2025

Filed under: Uncategorized — sounddentist @ 3:30 pm
A woman with jaw pain

Jaw pain from temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) can be very uncomfortable but leaving it untreated can make matters a whole lot worse. In fact, although it may seem like it’s just a matter of a popping or clicking jaw accompanied by minor or occasional pain, ignoring TMD can lead to much more serious problems, including arthritis. Here are a few different types that can affect your jawbone.

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