Had tmj 18 mnths. worst symptom muffled ears. improved after osteopathy but still tight in front of ears. will it go 100% and will just take time?

Tough to tell: Tmj is the "name" of the joint. When you say you have tmj, it's like saying you have knee. Tmj disorders are numerous and can be multiple. The 'source' determines the prognosis. Could be nerves, muscles, disk dislocation, etc. Any source, if managed properly, can go away, but, like a sprained ankle, it will most always be weaker, more prone to recur-your dentist should be able to help.

Possibly: You need to seek the help of a board certified oral surgeon to correctly diagnose and treat your problem. If its ted, it may only require a splint or may involve surgical procedures.

TMJ results are ?: Who knows if it will improve to 100% perfect. We only know that we can help reestablish normal muscle function, a solid bite and eliminate bite interference. Fortunately, when we do that, most people get much better. Outcomes of pain are not individually predictable just percentage-wise consistently good.Your ear symptom is likely the tensor palatini muscle in spasm and blocking the eustachian.

Depends: As your TMJ improves, associated ear symptoms should improve. Make sure in addition to "osteopathy" you are seeing a TMJ expert.

See OFP specialist: The Orofacial Pain specialists provide diagnosis and treatment of pain in the head, face and TMJ. They are the experts in TMJ and chronic pain field. The treatment is non-invasive, conservative and predictable.