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I have tmj and ear fulness. i am having canial ostepathy which seems to be working a bit. but is it possible i could have this all my life?

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TMJ/Ear problem: Your concern of TMJ and ear discomfort may be related. I am not familiar with the therapy that you describe. Usually TMJ problems are an acquired problem. A thorough assessment with an oral maxillofacial surgeon may be very beneficial to you for a more definitive diagnosis and therapy suggestions.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Possible: Especially if you don't address the teeth and jaw position. If you've had braces or jaw surgery it's likely that your jaw and bite was positioned to accommodate the teeth. This isn't ideal and can cause your cranial bones to shift frequently. If you constantly need to be adjusted then something else is the cause.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Check w TMJ Dentist: After you have had thorough evaluations with ent's, then consider seeing a TMJ dentist. I have had a number of patients who described ear canal problems and ear fullness who responded very well to (the right type) of splint therapy for their tmj. Too many people underestimate the contribution of clenching your teeth to problems like these.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Canial ostepathy: I don't know what you're referring to by a canial ostopathy. If you have significant TMJ problems, see a 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 2/21/2017

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