Bloodshot eyes Blurred vision Pain above and/or below the eyes Pressure behind the eyes Sensitivity to light Constant eye watering If you find that you have one more more of these symptoms on a regular basis, you might need TMJ treatment.

In addition to the problems that TMJ can cause in and around the eyes, symptoms are also often found in the head, face and mouth. It's important to understand what these symptoms are as well so that your dentist can make the proper diagnosis and provide proper TMJ treatment. These symptoms can also manifest in the following ways :

Migraines Pain in the forehead Cluster headaches A headache that feels like a sinus headache Painful scalp that is sensitive to the touch Headaches at the back of the head that may or may not be accompanied by shooting pains

As with the the eye problems, if you have any of the above head or face problems on a regular basis, you should discuss them with your doctor to ensure you're getting property TMJ treatment.

Sometimes TMJ can even manifest itself in the ear and side of the head. Often times patients don't even think to tell their dentist of these problems, as they don't believe them to be related to their teeth. Still, the following symptoms should be revealed to your dentist if you experience them on a regular basis :

Strange and constant sounds in the ears, such as roaring, hissing, ringing or buzzing Diminished hearing Ears that feel clogged or stuffy Ears that feel full Pain in the air with no sign of infection Problems with balance or becoming dizzy

As you can see, TMJ can rear it's ugly head in a variety of ways. For this reason, it is often misdiagnosed and proper TMJ treatment is not always received. Once your dentist is made aware of the problem and has made a proper diagnosis, there are several things that he or she can do to make sure you're getting the treatment you need. The most common TMJ treatment is a mouth guard. TMJ is often, but not always, caused by the grinding of teeth. By using a custom made teeth guard during the night hours, a patient can reduce or completely do away with the symptoms and causes of TMJ.

TMJ can cause serious and long term side effects if it is not properly diagnosed and the property TMJ treatment protocol is not followed. The most important thing to do as a patient is make sure that you're making your dentist aware of all health problems you're having, not just ones that effect your teeth. As you can see, problems with the jaw can manifest in many ways.