{"id":10504,"date":"2025-12-24T11:50:58","date_gmt":"2025-12-24T08:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/blog\/\/"},"modified":"2025-12-24T11:50:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T08:50:58","slug":"cene-ekleminden-gelen-ses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/blog\/cene-ekleminden-gelen-ses\/","title":{"rendered":"Sound coming from the jaw joint."},"content":{"rendered":"
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There can be many reasons for clicking sounds in the jaw, and it can occur at any age. Clicking in the jaw joint can be caused by movements of the jaw joint, muscle tension, problems between the teeth, teeth grinding, and incorrect closing position. These factors cause clicking sounds from the masseter muscle region during daily mouth movements. This can affect the patient's daily life and cause pain in the muscle areas. Stress can also cause jaw joint problems. Consulting a psychiatrist can help prevent this. Frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures during the day in winter months can also cause jaw joint problems. Furthermore, incorrect sleeping positions at night can also lead to joint pain during the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sounds like clicking when opening the mouth, difficulty and clicking when closing the mouth, jaw clicking, clicking from the jaw while yawning, and clicking sounds in the ear while eating or moving the jaw indicate a joint problem. If you experience these symptoms, you should consult a joint specialist or oral surgeon.<\/span><\/p>\n

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General Relationship Between Temporomandibular Joint Sounds and Diseases <\/b><\/h2>\n

Almost everyone may experience complaints at some point in their lives such as a clicking or popping sound in their jaw, or a ringing in their ears while eating. Often overlooked, these sounds can be a symptom of other health problems. Over time, these noises can become quite alarming. To prevent this, individuals should take precautions early on.<\/span><\/p>\n

When you hear a clicking sound in your jaw, there's no need to panic immediately, as it could be a normal occurrence. This could be due to stress. Most jaw clicking sounds indicate problems with the teeth and bones in that area, but these may be temporary.<\/span><\/p>\n

It would be beneficial to first consult with an oral and joint specialist or an orthodontist.<\/span><\/p>\n

General Problems Related to the Jaw and Joints<\/h2>\n

When it comes to sounds from the jaw, the problem is usually in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Problems in the TMJ and surrounding area can, over time, cause a clicking or cracking sound. The TMJ is the part of the mouth where the chewing mechanism is located. Damage to the cartilage in this area can lead to various problems, which manifest themselves as different sounds.<\/span>
\n<\/span>In cases of jaw problems, the daily lives of those experiencing the discomfort are examined in detail to understand the cause. Individuals who have experienced various disorders often have problems, particularly in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) area. Congenital genetic dental misalignment disorders also cause TMJ problems.<\/span>
\n<\/span>This condition is quite common in people with a sports background, those with genetic dental misalignment and bite problems, those with stress and anxiety disorders, those who have difficulty with wisdom tooth eruption, and those who clench and grind their teeth during the day and night.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Main Causes of Clicking Sounds in the Jaw <\/b><\/h2>\n

For jaw and oral problems, such as clicking sounds coming from the joints, it is necessary to consult a maxillofacial specialist or orthodontist. Dental problems and joint issues can cause various problems in the jaw area. Some of these problems cause different clicking sounds coming from the jaw, and in advanced cases, this can lead to jaw locking or dislocation. To prevent problems such as missing teeth or decay, the most important factor individuals should prioritize is dental health.<\/span>
\n<\/span>If a dentist is unable to help with jaw problems caused by stress, and treatments are insufficient, seeking help from a specialist psychiatrist can be a very good solution. Stress is often the main cause of general health problems. It is important to thoroughly analyze whether the jaw problem is related to stress.<\/span>
\n<\/span>Frequent exposure to cold weather throughout the day can cause these types of problems in the jaw. Individuals need to maintain a good balance between cold and heat, especially in winter.<\/span><\/p>\n

Clicking sound from the jaw while eating<\/b><\/h2>\n

Jaw clicking while eating, one-sided eating habits, missing or broken teeth, tooth decay, and teeth clenching or grinding habits can all cause jaw clicking; the patient both feels and hears this. To treat jaw clicking while eating, the patient should pay attention to one-sided eating habits, have missing teeth replaced, treat cavities, and consult a dentist to find a treatment method for jaw grinding or clenching problems. In this way, these problems will gradually disappear.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sounds Coming from the Ear with Jaw Movements<\/h2>\n

The most common jaw movement is the opening of the jaw while yawning. A clicking or popping sound from the jaw while yawning can sometimes be normal, but sometimes it indicates a joint or jaw problem. Therefore, if you experience a clicking sound or a joint problem while yawning, supporting the jaw from underneath with your hand can be beneficial. Furthermore, it is absolutely necessary to seek support from a temporomandibular joint specialist.<\/span><\/p>\n

Treatment Methods for Patients Experiencing Temporomandibular Joint Disorder<\/h2>\n

All problems related to the temporomandibular joint should be given special attention.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Night Guard Treatment:<\/strong> This is a treatment, mostly performed by a joint specialist, for patients with teeth clenching or grinding problems. It is specifically designed by taking measurements of the upper jaw. These measurements are sent to a laboratory to produce a custom-made aligner. It is made of plastic and is a transparent material that is compatible with the teeth. The aligner is adjusted by the dentist before being given to the patient. Usually worn at night, the aligner (mouthguard) may sometimes need to be worn during the day as well. Regular check-ups are performed at intervals determined by the dentist. Attending these check-ups regularly is very important because the treatment may continue for a long time. The aligner should be cleaned regularly using a soft toothbrush and hygienic hand soap.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Splint (Mouthguard):<\/strong> A splint is a mouthguard similar to a night guard, but splint treatment involves transparent aligners that are thicker and more rigid than night guards, and are prepared according to the individual's treatment plan. An intraoral impression of the patient is taken and sent to a laboratory. Before the splint is delivered to the patient, it is adjusted in the mouth according to its thickness and the area of discomfort. Because of its rigid structure, the adjustment period may be somewhat difficult initially, and it may cause different kinds of pain, but this subsides later. While it is especially recommended for use at night, it may sometimes need to be used during the day as well. Regular check-ups and adjustments to the splint should be made at intervals determined by the doctor. The splint should be cleaned regularly using a soft toothbrush and hygienic hand soap.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Masseter Botox:<\/strong> Masseter Botox is generally applied to patients with teeth grinding (bruxism) and also because the muscles that expand due to teeth grinding alter the shape of the face. It is administered by injecting very fine needles into the muscles on the right and left sides where the joints are located. The Botox procedure reduces the size of the jaw muscles. This results in a thinner and more defined jawline, and relieves pain caused by jaw clenching and teeth grinding. Botox injections are usually performed by an oral surgeon. The effects become noticeable within 7 to 10 days and last for 6 months.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\u00c7eneden ses gelmesinin bir\u00e7ok nedeni olabilir ve her ya\u015fta g\u00f6r\u00fcnmektedir. \u00c7ene ekleminden ses gelmesi \u00e7ene eklemindeki hareketlerden, kas gerginli\u011finden, di\u015flerin aras\u0131nda ki sorunlardan ve di\u015f s\u0131kma probleminden, yanl\u0131\u015f kapatma pozisyonundan dolay\u0131 olabilir. Bu etkenler hastan\u0131n g\u00fcnl\u00fck hayat\u0131nda ki a\u011f\u0131z hareketlerinde hastan\u0131n masseter kas b\u00f6lgelerinden ses gelmesine sebep olmaktad\u0131r. Bu durum hastan\u0131n g\u00fcnl\u00fck ya\u015fant\u0131s\u0131n\u0131 etkileyebilir ve [...]","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10507,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"featured_image_src":{"landsacpe":["https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/inci-nkapak-1140x445.webp",1140,445,true],"list":["https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/inci-nkapak-463x348.webp",463,348,true],"medium":["https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/inci-nkapak-300x200.webp",300,200,true],"full":["https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/inci-nkapak.webp",1200,800,false]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10504"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10504"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10504\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10508,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10504\/revisions\/10508"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10507"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10504"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10504"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.incidis.com.tr\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10504"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}