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A member asked:
Went to the er for closed locked jaw from my tmj they prescribed me prednisone and tordal pills is that normal? will they actually help?
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ER Meds: The ER meds are to help alleviate your symptoms until you can see an oral surgeon and/or dentist to have your dentition evaluated.
Answered 9/4/2019
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Hide symptoms: You wider given an anti-inflammatory and a pain killer, both of which hide symptoms but don't treat the cause of your distress.TMJ Rx is out of the realm of most ER docs. You need to see a Dentist with expertise in diagnosing and treating jaw joint dysfunction. Start with your Dentist for treatment or referral.
Answered 8/27/2019
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