TMJ (TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT) OR JAW JOINT SURGERIES

Dr. Manpreet Singh is renowned for his proficiency in the diagnosis and treatment of jaw joint (TMJ) disorders. He is the first doctor to be awarded a PhD in Temporomandibular Joint Surgery. He has successfully employed several complex techniques in TMJ surgeries including temporalis myoflap in TMJ ankylosis. TM joints are located just in front of the ear and they connect the lower jaw to the skull.

TMJ disorders are a collection of conditions that are associated with pain or discomfort of the joint or its neighboring tissues, debilitating the movements of the lower jaw with or without clicking in the joint during function. This is rather commonly seen with adults and stress is reported to be a widespread precipitating factor.

Jaw joint disorders may be due to various causes like diseases e.g. arthritis, injury to the joint or habits like clenching or grinding teeth. Improper alignment of teeth or jaws may also lead to TMJ problems. Stress and emotional trauma may also be a major cause.