The TMD screener is a tool to accurately screen for the presence of TMD and to identify the presence of a painful TMD in a headache population. Patients who have 3 or more points are considered to have a positive outcome and should contact us for evaluation and treatment.

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* 1. In the last 30 days, on average, how long did any pain in your jaw or temple area on either side last?

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* 2. In the last 30 days, have you had pain or stiffness in your jaw on awakening?

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* 3. In the last 30 days, did chewing hard or tough food change any pain (that is, make it better or make it worse) in your jaw or temple area on either side?

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* 4. In the last 30 days, did opening your mouth or moving your jaw forward or to the side change any pain (that is, make it better or make it worse) in your jaw or temple area on either side?

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* 5. In the last 30 days, did jaw habits such as holding teeth together, clenching, grinding, or chewing gum change any pain (that is, make it better or make it worse) in your jaw or temple area on either side?

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* 6. In the last 30 days, did other jaw activities such as talking, kissing, or yawning change any pain (that is, make it better or make it worse) in your jaw or temple area on either side?