Question 1

been suffering from tmj disorder for the past 7-8 monthsdue to teeth grinding, my teeth would hurt,started wearing a night guard, teeth were completely all these months until recently,extreme jaw pain, got better with meds, but how can i fix this?

Accepted Answer

: It will be best if you can see an oral and maxillofacial surgeon with experience in managing TMD. There are several procedures which could be done for relieving the chronic pain so you do not have to rely on daily medications (trigger point muscle injections,  botulinum toxin injections, intraarticular injections, or surgery, such as arthrocentesis, arthroscopy, arthroplasty or TMJ reconstruction)

Question 2

how long does it take for my bruxism night guard to alleviate the jaw pain?

Accepted Answer

Fairly quickly: Bruxing can cause pain in several different ways, from temporary spasms of the muscles related to chewing to arthritis of the tmj.   If the primary pain is due to muscle strain,  within a week you should feel better.   If the night guard is not working after that,  you may need to adjust or modify the night guard.  Make a followup appointment with your dentist in case it doesn't help.

Question 3

havent worn tmj night guard because i had braces. unable to get new guard from dentist for a month.jaw pain has been bad. what will help?not nsaids

Accepted Answer

Review: Have your specialist Orthodontist or treating General Dentist review your occlusion to make sure there are no prematuraties/interferences.  Discuss anti-inflammatories. Discuss temporary night guard, such as sports mouth guard, as teeth settle in.

Question 4

after i wake up either from a nap or a full nights rest if i try to eat or yawn my jaw hurts! what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Bruxism &amp; fatigue: You are probably grinding your teeth while you sleep.  Ask your dentist to make you a soft night gaurd and try it for a week.  Ibuprofen helps as well!  800mg before you sleep should relieve some of the inflammation!  Hope this helps!

Question 5

been having left side jaw pain for a few months. sometimes i wake up with it or it will come on during the day. last friday shortly after my workout it started to hurt. idk if im clenching my teeth while lifting. today its both sides. is it tmj?

Accepted Answer

: Very possibly. Without knowing the condition of your teeth, your bite, and if you grind your teeth nocturnally, it's hard to diagnose over the internet. Have your dentist take a look and decide if a bruxism guard is right for you.

Question 6

4 the last few days i wake up with pain/stiffness on 1 side of jaw. hurts to open mouth very far or shift jaw. once on r side and 3x on l?

Accepted Answer

Jaw: You may be clenching your teeth or grinding. Try a soft diet, warm compresses several times a day and ibuprofen but check it out with your dentist. You may need a bite guard.

Question 7

why did i wake up with jaw pain? sore on the sides by the hinges, hurts to press on the areas and when i chew or open my mouth wide

Accepted Answer

Tmj: Usually those are symptomf on people thsth brux or clench teeth while sleeping. Tka some Ibuprofen and warm moist compresses on the affecred area will help to reduce the soreness.

Question 8

my jaw has popped on occasion most of my life. recently started c-pap and full mask. when i wake up my jaw hurts and is out of socket. i have to open mouth very wide and then it pops back in. feedback?

Accepted Answer

Possible TMJ dysfunc: You should visit your dentist and
Ask him if you might need an MRI of your  temporomandibular area.

Question 9

my jaw hurts when i chew and its tightening/ why is that?

Accepted Answer

TMD : When you have issues with the jaw joint of the muscles in the area the syndrome is called temporal mandibular dysfunction.  Many reason for it and you need someone who can properly diagnosis it for you.

Question 10

does stress cause jaw hurts?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Stress leads to teeth clenching or grinding.  Just like any muscle/joint complex that is over used it can become sore and painful.

There are simple treatments that can help.  It can be as simple as a slight mismatch in your bite.  An examination and a bite adjustment can bring relief.  Sometimes it's more complex and requires more investigation.

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Been suffering from tmj disorder for the past 7-8 monthsdue to teeth grinding, my teeth would hurt,started wearing a night guard, teeth were completely all these months until recently,extreme jaw pain, got better with meds, but how can i fix this?

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How long does it take for my bruxism night guard to alleviate the jaw pain?

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Havent worn tmj night guard because i had braces. unable to get new guard from dentist for a month.jaw pain has been bad. what will help?not nsaids

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After i wake up either from a nap or a full nights rest if i try to eat or yawn my jaw hurts! what could this be?

A member asked:

Been having left side jaw pain for a few months. sometimes i wake up with it or it will come on during the day. last friday shortly after my workout it started to hurt. idk if im clenching my teeth while lifting. today its both sides. is it tmj?

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4 the last few days i wake up with pain/stiffness on 1 side of jaw. hurts to open mouth very far or shift jaw. once on r side and 3x on l?

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Why did i wake up with jaw pain? sore on the sides by the hinges, hurts to press on the areas and when i chew or open my mouth wide

A member asked:

My jaw has popped on occasion most of my life. recently started c-pap and full mask. when i wake up my jaw hurts and is out of socket. i have to open mouth very wide and then it pops back in. feedback?

A member asked:

My jaw hurts when i chew and its tightening/ why is that?

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Does stress cause jaw hurts?

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