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Dizziness 24/7 for 6 months tense jaw ocassional headache tinnitus blood&urine test were fine dentist said wisdom teeth are fine i have tmj am 20 yr?

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TMJ : Tmj problems can rise at any age. See a dentist with training and experience to diagnose and treat your tmj. This may be a prosthodontist, general dentis or oral surgeon.

Answered 3/25/2015

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Dr. Felicia Mata answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

See a TMJ dentist: It will be a good idea to have your TMJ checked to rule out tmd (temporomansibular disease). If the blood chem panel and other medical test is (-), it is important to be diagnosed if the joints are unbalanced which can pinch important structures by the TMJ (e.g. Bilaminar zone)...

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

TX can vary: 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.

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMJ syndrome: Temporo-mandibular syndrome is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. Headache, popping/clicking noise in the jaw joint and jaw pain are the common symptoms. Proper diagnosis is the key to successful treatment. See Orofacial Pain practitioner for a consultation and treatment options.

Answered 3/25/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Complex TMJ: Complex TMJ problem. Best managed by TMJ specialist. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

Answered 5/2/2015

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Can TMJ or wisdom tooth infection cause headaches and dizziness/vertigo?

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