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Can Oral Surgery Cause TMJ?
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TMJ disorder (TMD) is a painful condition that can cause muscle soreness, joint discomfort, headaches, limited range of motion, popping, and clicking. Although everyone “has” a TMJ joint, only certain people suffer from TMJ disorder. The causes of TMJ disorder vary. Some of the most frequent reasons we see in our Lafayette oral surgery practice include: Malocclusions (misaligned teeth), Traumatic injuries, Bruxism (grinding and clenching), or Sleep apnea Can oral surgery cause TMJ? Although uncommon, it’s a possibility. Since oral surgery requires spending an extended length of time with your mouth open, it can strain your TMJ, causing soreness for…