Does TMJ heal on its own? Here's what to expect.
If you've been dealing with a clicking jaw or a dull ache near your ears, you've probably asked yourself: does tmj heal on its own, or am I stuck with this forever? It's a fair question because jaw pain isn't just annoying—it's invasive. It affects how you eat, how you talk, and even how you sleep. The short answer is that for a lot of people, TMJ issues actually do resolve without major medical intervention. But, like most things involving the human body, the full answer is a bit more "it depends." ...