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A member asked:
Is that ok if i hv same pain after my tmj surgery..nd how much time to need to recover it..its been done 3 weeks ago bt still having headachs nd pain?
11 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
It is not unusual: Pain and discomfort are not uncommon after surgery due to swelling and surgical trauma. Pain should improve over time. You should talk to your surgeon regarding your symptoms.
Answered 3/29/2015
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Pain prior : It is common to have post surgical pain and it will depend on how traumatic the surgery was. However headaches are usually related to myofascial pain in chronic pain patients. This type of temporomandibular disorder does not improve with surgery. It is important to talk to your surgeon and check what was the diagnosis and the possible need for further treatment such as physical therapy.
Answered 3/29/2015
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Yes and...: Your symptoms should continue to improve with time. If not see your surgeon again.
Answered 3/18/2015
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Normal: It's still normal to have some TMJ pain and headaches 3 weeks after TMJ surgery. Follow instructions and make your follow up appointments.
Answered 4/17/2018
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