{"id":11372,"date":"2025-12-01T11:16:37","date_gmt":"2025-12-01T11:16:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/why-does-my-jaw-click"},"modified":"2025-12-03T12:05:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T12:05:02","slug":"why-does-my-jaw-click","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click","title":{"rendered":"Why does my jaw click?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Mandibular creaking is a <em>click<\/em> or snap-type sound that occurs when opening or closing the mouth. According to the sources analyzed (Esther Aparicio, Aqua Dental, and Gonz\u00e1lez &amp; Casado), this sound arises when the articular disc of the TMJ is displaced and returns to its place or when the muscles exert excessive tension on the joint.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" 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class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Bruxism\" >Bruxism<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Dental_misalignment_or_malocclusion\" >Dental misalignment or malocclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Displacement_of_the_articular_disc\" >Displacement of the articular disc<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Stress_and_muscle_tension\" >Stress and muscle tension<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Arthritis_or_joint_wear\" >Arthritis or joint wear<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#When_should_you_worry_if_your_jaw_clicks\" >When should you worry if your jaw clicks?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#How_to_eliminate_or_reduce_jaw_creaking\" >How to eliminate or reduce jaw creaking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Why_does_my_jaw_click_when_I_open_my_mouth\" >Why does my jaw click when I open my mouth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#What_specialist_treats_jaw_creaking\" >What specialist treats jaw creaking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Can_jaw_creaking_worsen_if_I_dont_treat_it\" >Can jaw creaking worsen if I don&#8217;t treat it?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/why-does-my-jaw-click\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Main_causes_of_mandibular_creaking\"><\/span><strong>Main causes of mandibular creaking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bruxism\"><\/span><strong>Bruxism<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>One of the causes of <strong>why the jaw clicks<\/strong> is clenching or grinding the teeth, especially at night, which exerts enormous pressure on the TMJ. This excess tension can cause clicking, pain, and even dental wear. The reviewed clinics agree: <strong>bruxism is behind most cases of jaw clicking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dental_misalignment_or_malocclusion\"><\/span><strong>Dental misalignment or malocclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>When the bite does not fit correctly, the jaw moves in a forced way to be able to chew. This compensatory movement can generate clicks, noises, and joint discomfort. In many cases, the solution involves correcting dental alignment through <strong><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/invisible-orthodontics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">invisible orthodontics M\u00e1laga<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Displacement_of_the_articular_disc\"><\/span><strong>Displacement of the articular disc<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The TMJ disc functions as a small \u201cshock absorber.\u201d If it is displaced from its normal position, it produces a clicking sound when it returns to its place. This is a common explanation in patients who feel a constant click when opening their mouth.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stress_and_muscle_tension\"><\/span><strong>Stress and muscle tension<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Stress is a silent enemy of the TMJ. Those who have high levels of tension tend to clench their jaw unconsciously, which causes pain, stiffness, and creaking.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arthritis_or_joint_wear\"><\/span><strong>Arthritis or joint wear<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although less frequent, wear due to osteoarthritis or arthritis can also generate crackling-type noises. It usually appears in older people or in advanced cases.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11329 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/por-que-cruje-mandibula.jpg\" alt=\"why jaw clicks\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/por-que-cruje-mandibula-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/por-que-cruje-mandibula-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_you_worry_if_your_jaw_clicks\"><\/span><strong>When should you worry if your jaw clicks?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Not all creaking is cause for alarm. If it occurs occasionally and without pain, it is usually normal.<br \/>\nHowever, <strong>you should consult a specialist if<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The creaking is constant or increasingly frequent<\/li>\n<li>There is pain in the jaw, ear, head, or neck<\/li>\n<li>You notice a blockage when opening or closing your mouth<\/li>\n<li>You have trouble chewing or notice stiffness<\/li>\n<li>You have detected dental wear or sensitivity<\/li>\n<li>The click is accompanied by inflammation or a loud snap<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In these cases, clinics recommend an evaluation of the TMJ and bite to detect the exact origin of the problem.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_eliminate_or_reduce_jaw_creaking\"><\/span><strong>How to eliminate or reduce jaw creaking?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are habits and exercises that can help relieve <strong>jaw creaking<\/strong>, especially when the problem is not serious.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exercises to improve the TMJ. <\/strong>Gentle controlled opening movements, stretches, and guided jaw exercises can improve muscle coordination. Maxillofacial physiotherapy is especially useful in these cases.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Discharge splint. <\/strong>If the creaking is due to bruxism, a dental splint is one of the most effective treatments. It protects the teeth, reduces pressure on the TMJ, and significantly improves symptoms.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Orthodontics or bite correction. <\/strong>When the cause is malocclusion, the solution involves correcting dental alignment. Treatments such as <strong>invisible orthodontics<\/strong> help the jaw function correctly and eliminate creaking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dental rehabilitation.<\/strong> Patients with severe dental wear or tooth loss may need restorations or <strong><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/dental-implants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dental implants M\u00e1laga<\/a><\/strong> to restore the functional stability of the bite. This also contributes to improving the mandibular position.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complementary aesthetic treatments.<\/strong> In some cases, improvements in dental harmony or facial support through <span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/en\/dental-aesthetics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>dental aesthetics<\/strong><\/a><\/span> can complement mandibular function and improve quality of life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11331\" src=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cruje-la-mandibula.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cruje-la-mandibula-980x654.jpg 980w, https:\/\/marianaarocha.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/cruje-la-mandibula-480x320.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_jaw_click_when_I_open_my_mouth\"><\/span><strong>Why does my jaw click when I open my mouth?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The creaking when opening the mouth is due, in most cases, to the movement of the articular disc within the TMJ. If the disc is not perfectly aligned, it may move late and produce a <em>click<\/em>. If the creaking always appears when opening, especially if you need to \u201cforce\u201d the opening, there may be a TMJ dysfunction.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_specialist_treats_jaw_creaking\"><\/span><strong>What specialist treats jaw creaking?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The appropriate professional is usually a <strong>dentist specializing in TMJ<\/strong> or a <strong>dentist with experience in occlusion and bruxism.<\/strong> Depending on the cause, <strong>dental aesthetic<\/strong> or rehabilitation treatments may also be considered to balance the bite.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_jaw_creaking_worsen_if_I_dont_treat_it\"><\/span><strong>Can jaw creaking worsen if I don&#8217;t treat it?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Yes, jaw creaking can worsen if left untreated. Over time, a simple snap can evolve into <strong>chronic pain<\/strong>, difficulty opening the mouth, and <strong>severe dental wear<\/strong>, especially if bruxism exists. <strong>Headaches<\/strong>, <strong>joint inflammation<\/strong>, and major disc displacements are also common, which increases discomfort. In addition, the tension can extend to the muscles of the neck and face.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Jaw creaking may seem like a minor symptom, but when it is frequent or accompanied by discomfort, it is important to evaluate it to avoid complications. Identifying the cause and treating it in time helps to restore comfort and protect the health of the joint.<\/p>\n<p>For this, the <strong>Cl\u00ednica Dr. Mariana Arocha<\/strong> is an excellent option, thanks to our experience in <strong>endodontics in Malaga<\/strong>. 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