Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunctions affect around 15 percent of American adults. A TMJ disorder can cause pain or tenderness in the jaw and around the ears, as well as painful popping or clicking in the jaw. You may have a TMJ disorder if you notice chronic facial pain, sandy noises when you open your mouth, headaches, or neck aches. Nobody wants to live with a TMJ disorder! Visit Contemporary Family Dentistry for an accurate diagnosis of TMJ problems and personalized treatment.