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Could tmd symptoms (bone spurs, disc fragments, flattening of condyle ) resolve on its own over time?
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TMJD Therapy: No, spurs and disc fragments won't dissolve. You could stop eating entirely. (joke( Best is to use mirror biofeedback: draw vertical line on mirror and practice relaxing jaw so open midline. Takes much practice. Reducing inflammation helps - Clear.ease one 4x a day melt in mouth between cheek and gums. Use measured breathing - see www.grossaninstitute.com to stop tooth grinding.
Answered 9/26/2016
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Signs: What you are describing are signs, not symptoms. Physical damage to the jaw joint does not repair by itself. Please see an Oral Surgeon for evaluation.
Answered 1/5/2019
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