There are many causes for TMJ and Orthodontics or Invisalign are not the cause. A person is predisposed due to genetic factors, habits, bite problems,etc. Most of these predispositions become true problems when stress occurs. You may want to seek care from a local Dentist that has advanced... more
Does Invisalign cause TMJ?
I am on tray 6 of Invisalign and am having problems with pain in my jaw and headaches. Do other people have this problem? I am wondering if I am having TMJ.
2 answers to “Does Invisalign cause TMJ?”
A: Invisalign does not cause TMJ
There is no correlation between the TMJ dysfunction and Orthodontics in general. Invisalign is just another way to move teeth. There is no incidence of TMJ dysfunction in relation to Invisalign
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