Amy Cuevas Schroeder, 50, Develops TMJ Disorder During Perimenopause
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Updated · The Washington Post · Jun 12
Amy Cuevas Schroeder, 50, Develops TMJ Disorder During Perimenopause
1 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Jun 12
Summary
Amy Cuevas Schroeder, 50, was diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder after years of symptoms that began when she entered perimenopause in her early 40s.
A tooth fracture, headaches, and neck, shoulder and jaw pain led her dentist to identify teeth grinding as a likely driver of the TMJ problem.
Her case highlights a lesser-known menopause-related oral health issue, with hormonal changes during perimenopause affecting the mouth and jaw as well as broader physical health.