I'm starting to get tmj, is there a chance it will go away on its own?

Not necessarily: The cause of your tmj/tmd, if known and the duration of your problem, may dictate the treatment. Often treatment for TMJ can vary from person to person and also may sometimes involve seeing other doctors. Physical therapy, tens, ultrasound therapy, exercises, and mouthpieces are the most standard types of treatment. You may need combinations of all.

Yes: Tmj/tmd disorders have a variable course. The shorter the period of time you symptoms exist, the more likely they will spontaneously subside. Consider self help including heat, soft diet, stretching exercises. Massage, over the counter pain medication. See a TMJ specialist if symptoms persist.

Occasionally, yes: The most important thing however is to have your condition diagnosed properly by a qualified professional, such as Orofacial Pain specialist.

Yes and No*: The temporomandibular joint is referred to as the TMJ, an anatomical joint with several functional components. We are usually born with a right and left TMJ. * TMJ disorders/dysfunction may or may not resolve on their own, depending on what type of problem you are experiencing. Evaluation by your dentist or someone with advanced training in TMJ disorders would be recommended.