TMJ Archives - Lanzi Burke Oral Surgery

Can a Full Mouth Restoration Help My TMJ?

Posted on February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

A disorder of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can make everyday life uncomfortable. If you live in South Jersey and deal with jaw pain, headaches, clicking or popping, or soreness when chewing, you may be wondering what is causing the problem and what can help long-term. For some people, TMJ symptoms are connected to how the teeth fit together. When the bite is uneven, missing teeth are not replaced, or the teeth have worn down over time, the jaw joints and[…] Read More

What Are the Symptoms of TMJ Disorders?

Posted on January 31, 2024February 28, 2024

TMJ disorders refer to dysfunction of the temporomandibular joint that connects the two parts of the jaw and makes it possible to open and close the mouth. When these joints do not function properly, smiling, laughing, speaking, eating, and yawning can become problematic. Severe TMJ disorder can make it difficult to chew or even open the mouth wide enough to bite. Common symptoms of TMJ disorder include some or all of the following: What Causes TMJ Disorders? TMJ disorder occurs[…] Read More

What to Expect After TMJ Surgery

Posted on October 6, 2023October 8, 2023

The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the complex joint that controls the movement of the jaw. It allows movement in multiple directions. TMJ surgery may be needed to correct the condition when this joint is damaged or diseased. You can go home after most TMJ surgeries, which are considered minor outpatient procedures. Before you leave, you can expect to spend some time under observation in the recovery room, where your vitals will be monitored, and the staff will confirm that your[…] Read More

How Is a TMJ Disorder Typically Diagnosed?

Posted on April 3, 2023June 29, 2023

South Jersey Oral Surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Treat and Repair TMJ Conditions.

One of the body’s most complex joints, the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) has dual functionality as both a ball-and-socket joint and a sliding joint. The TMJ is responsible for speech, eating, and swallowing. When the TMJ joint becomes damaged or diseased, it can lead to chronic pain and other conditions that further damage the TMJ, causing increasing difficulties for the patient. When TMJ problems occur, the body addresses unstable joints or bite imbalances by overcorrecting them, frequently leading to teeth grinding,[…] Read More

Can Trauma Cause TMJ Disorders?

Posted on March 20, 2023June 29, 2023

South Jersey Oral Surgeons at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons Treat Patients Suffering From TMJ Disorders or Trauma.

Injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) can occur in many ways, including trauma to the jaw, head, or neck areas. The TMJ is complex and functions as both a ball-and-socket and sliding joint and is responsible for chewing, talking, and swallowing. Acute trauma to the jaw muscles or bones is the most common cause of TMJ injury, such as a direct blow due to a car accident, sports accident, or physical altercation. Repetitive injury to the muscle tissues, such as[…] Read More