Help with TMJ

After going to numerous doctors for ear pain, I finally went to an ENT who said I have TMJ. Has anyone had this and what did you do to treat it? My doctor said to go to my dentist but I cannot go until December.

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Help with TMJ

I have been suffering for over a year now and can't seem to get relief (jaw pain). I went to my dentist, who insisted a night guard was the solution to my pain. $500 later I am still in pain. For whats its worth, I also have Lupus. I'm not sure if the lupus caused the TMJ (since it is a joint disorder) or what, but I have pain DAILY. Its almost unbearable sometimes. I am considering going to my kids orthodontist and getting braces, which is supposed to help, but money is an issue there.

For a while, before the Lupus diagnosis, I was on Cymbalta for pain. During that time, my pain completely ceased. It was like a miracle. But, it had some other side affects and I did not want to be on it for the rest of my like, so I decided to go off and now the pain is back.

Ice and heat alternately does help. Otherise, I don't have much advice since not much has helped me.

Help with TMJ

I have TMJ...The dentist gave me a mouth guard to sleep with. I hated it. It didn't last long. I went back to the dr who gave me a muscle relaxer. That worked...Plus my friend is a physical therapist. He showed me the pressure point to hit when I have a flare up. It hurts, but once you put pressure on the area, it goes away. Let me know if you want more info about it and I can walk you thru it. It works, but it will be uncomfortable for a min or two. Now, i got it down pat, so I use his technique and can end an episode almost immediately...

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Help with TMJ

Do you happen to go to a Chiropractor? If you do, mention your TMJ pain to them, they can help! If you have any questions feel free to FM me or call my office at 631-647-8324. I am a vendor on LIFamilies.

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