Living with chronic pain on a daily basis impacts not only the body but also the mind and emotions. This is the reality for thousands of people with temporomandibular disorder (TMD), a condition affecting the joint responsible for opening and closing the mouth, as well as the chewing muscles. For these individuals, constant jaw, temple, facial, or ear pain; difficulty chewing; and headaches can affect their daily routine and mental health.
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