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My right side of jaw is clicking&popping when i eat . . i read on net its tmj and i am dong some exercises. . i cant see a doc help me to do it on own?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

TMJ treatment: Understanding that the best and perhaps the only way to properly treat the causes of TMJoint symptoms is by an evaluation and treatment by a trained dentist, there are some palliative steps you can take. Eat soft foods, do not chew gum, apply hot moist heat to the outside of face just in front of ears, take NSAID medications when\if you have acute pain. See also comment below:

Answered 10/2/2017

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMD home remedies: Temporo-mandibular disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain.TMJ disorders can be alleviated with self-managed care. Eat soft diet, apply moist hear, keep your teeth apart and take OTC NSAIDs for pain. Surely TMD won't go away on its own and proper diagnosis is the key to the successful treatment.

Answered 9/4/2014

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TMJ dysfunction: The muscles and ligaments that cause your jaw to move are not working smoothly. If you chew gum stop. Eat softer foods next 2-3 weeks. Apply moist heat to the joint area. Stress plays a big role in triggering TMJ problems. Find activities to help reduce your stress level. See your dentist for more detailed help.

Answered 1/27/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Some advice: Self treat with soft diet, jaw exercises, massage, heat/cold, OTC pain meds. A splint or physical therapy would be next. Occasionally muscle relaxants, biofeedback. Xrays are done for diagnosis. Surgery usually reserved for serious symptoms not responsive to other treatments.

Answered 3/20/2015

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