A member asked:

My tmj pain has been much worse lately.constant dull/achy pain in right jaw/face.taking nsaids.any otc muscle relaxers or other otc med suggestions?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Bruxism: Rather than trying to manage your TMJ issues with just medication, it would be prudent to have a dentist take a look at your bite and your TMJ issues. For many people, the fabrication of a bruxism guard is all that is needed to resolve your problem. Allowing the problem to progress untreated may cause permanent damage. Make the call.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMJ/TMD: The most common musculoskeletal disorder causing orofacial pain is a temporomandibular disorder. Noises from the TMJs are a symptom of dysfunction of these joints. See an orofacial pain practitioner for diagnosis and treatment if needed.

Answered 1/4/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

See TMJ doc: See TMJ expert. 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 3/20/2015

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