Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs Temporomandibular joint dysfunctionUpdated: 2017-06-13OverviewTemporomandibular joint dysfunction is pain and compromised movement of the joint that connects the jawbone to the skull and the surrounding muscles.SymptomsJaw pain, difficulty chewing, and clicking and locking of the jaw joint are some symptoms.TreatmentsTreatments include medications, bite guards, injections, physical therapy, and, sometimes, surgery. © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use