The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the hinge-like bone that connects your jaw and your skull. You can feel it moving by pressing your index fingers to your cheeks and opening and closing your mouth.

TMJ pain may go away on its own. But specific exercises and other doctor-recommended practices, such as wearing a mouth guard, may help fix the issue sooner. You may not think about your ...

You rely on your jaw to eat, speak, smile and laugh, so it's only natural that it feels sore from time to time. But if that pain is severe or lingers, you may find yourself wondering "Why does my jaw ...