TMJ Quiz

TMJ Self-Assessment

Think you might have a TMJ disorder?

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorder has been called “the great imposter” because it shares symptoms with a variety of chronic conditions and diseases, making it difficult to diagnose. Symptoms include jaw pain, headaches, ear pain, and many more. To help determine if you have TMJ disorder (TMD), take our short quiz which asks about various symptoms you may be experiencing.

Based on your answers, we may recommend that you call to schedule an appointment with Dr. Katherine Phillips, an expert in TMJ/TMD diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Phillips' advanced educational background enables her to accurately diagnose TMJ disorders and create effective, individualized treatment plans using a variety of treatment modalities to relieve pain and restore function.

Learn More About TMJ

Connecting your jaw to your skull on each side of your head just below your ears, each TMJ works as a sliding hinge, moving back and forth, side to side, and up and down. Working constantly throughout the day, they enable you to talk, chew, yawn, and more. With overuse, when injured, or when certain medical conditions affect your TMJ, TMD related inflammation, pain, and swelling can wreak havoc on your quality of life. The pain and discomfort of TMD is not surprising when you consider how often you use these complex joints.

For more information about TMJ and TMD, read our TMJ information page.