Burlington, ON, July 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the small joint in front of the human ear and connects the temporal bone to the mandible. In a healthy person, the hinge allows smooth jaw motion for easier chewing, yawning, and talking. However, TMJ can be impaired due to improper bite (malocclusion), stress, overexertion, tooth grinding (bruxism), and jaw injury. Other causes for this condition are infectious diseases, strenuous exercises, and fractures of facial bone. ...