Schmidt, 52, of Poway, California, said she was diagnosed with TMJ disorder in 2000 due to headaches, and an orthodontist immediately recommended her for a splint, braces, and surgery. After ...

TMD is a broad term that includes more than 30 ... If you grind or clench your teeth a lot when you sleep, an occlusal splint, or a mouth guard, might help. Made out of a material like plastic ...