What causes pain in the jawline and what should I do?
Jan 24, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Liu Chao
Introduction
In general, jaw pain may be related to poor posture, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) fatigue, temporomandibular joint disorder syndrome, temporomandibular arthritis, temporomandibular joint dislocation, and other causes. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and follow the doctor's guidance for treatment, such as general treatment and medication. In daily life, one should avoid looking down at phones or computers for extended periods to maintain overall health.
In general, pain in the jaw may be related to poor posture, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) fatigue, temporomandibular joint disorder syndrome, temporomandibular joint arthritis, or temporomandibular joint dislocation. It is recommended to seek timely medical attention and adopt general treatments, medication, and other treatment methods under a doctor's guidance. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Poor Posture
Maintaining poor posture for a long time, such as looking down at a phone or protruding the chin forward while working, can increase pressure on the TMJ, leading to tension and pain in the joint and surrounding tissues. It is important to maintain correct sitting and standing posture in daily life and avoid keeping the head down or protruding the chin for extended periods.
2. TMJ Fatigue
Frequent chewing of hard objects, prolonged talking, or excessive laughing may cause fatigue in the muscles surrounding the TMJ, resulting in jaw pain. In daily life, one should avoid activities that cause excessive TMJ movement for extended periods and allow for appropriate rest.
3. Temporomandibular Joint Disorder Syndrome
Temporomandibular joint disorder syndrome may be caused by abnormal joint structure, malocclusion, and other factors. Dysfunction of the TMJ muscles can lead to jaw pain. This condition is usually accompanied by symptoms such as joint clicking and limited mouth opening. Under a doctor's guidance, medications like ibuprofen sustained-release tablets, indomethacin enteric-coated tablets, and diclofenac sodium enteric-coated tablets can be used for treatment.
4. Temporomandibular Joint Arthritis
Temporomandibular joint arthritis may be caused by infections, autoimmune diseases, and other factors. Inflammation leads to pain in the joint area, causing jaw pain. Symptoms may include fever, joint stiffness, and difficulty chewing. Under medical advice, medications such as amoxicillin capsules, cefradine capsules, and roxithromycin capsules can be used for treatment.
5. Temporomandibular Joint Dislocation
Temporomandibular joint dislocation may be caused by trauma, malocclusion, or internal structural abnormalities of the joint. Displacement of the articular disc causes joint area pain, leading to jaw discomfort. Symptoms may also include facial muscle pain and fatigue in the masticatory muscles. Medications such as acetaminophen tablets, loxoprofen sodium tablets, and chlorzoxazone tablets should be used under a doctor's instructions.
In daily life, maintaining correct posture and habits is important. Avoid looking down at your phone or computer for long periods, and use both sides of the teeth evenly when chewing food to maintain overall health.
