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Temporomandibular joint disease is a group of orofacial pain syndromes, the most common non-dental pain in the maxillofacial region that affects both the structure and function of the jaw. TMD can usually present with jaw pain and limited mouth opening, because the etiology of TMD is multifactorial, diagnosis and treatment planning are complex and individualized for each patient. Common symptoms include jaw pain, clicking when moving the jaw, difficulty opening or closing the mouth and headaches. In severe cases, treatment may include lifestyle changes, physical therapy, dental appliances, or surgery. This review provides an overview of TMD classification, etiology, clinical findings, TMJ examination diagnosis, and a detailed overview of treatment options, which include both conservative and surgical treatment. Thus, an electronic search was performed in PubMed, Science Direct, Google scholar, and analysed for the articles for detailed description of the treatment methods of temporomandibular joint disorders. Thus, the primary goal of therapy for temporomandibular disorders is to reduce or eliminate pain and/or joint pain and restore normal mandibular function.