NWR: major TMJ pain

I have been diagnosed with TMJ from a specialist. The pain has become so unbearable. I get major headaches, the pain in my jaw is severe. I need to go to a different specialist to get a mouthguard to wear at night.

Does anyone else have TMJ, that has the nightguard and/or can recommend a specialist to go to?

Thanks so much!

ugh I know TMJ can be a nightmare. Sorry I don't know anyone.

can you ask your dentist or oral surgeon?

i went to a specialist back in highschool and got a mouth guard. however, i lost it in college (i think when i moved out my senior year $900 lost). I got a new one made up by my regular dentist. i think the key thing is to have one made from an impression/mold of your mouth so it fits you... and isnt a generic from CVS.

in the meanwhile, don't eat hard veggies (ie carrots) or large sandwiches (hero), dont chew on pens/pencils, or rest your head in your hand while sitting at a computer or desk... that all puts strain on the jaw. NO GUM. also, when you yawn, put the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth = this helps prevents you opening your jaw to its max. you can also say 'emma' outloud. its random i know but it relaxes the jaw.

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Posted by MrsVtoBe

They recommended someone, but they don't accept my insurance, and they were super expensive.

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when i got my second one, insurance covered a little bit... i think i paid $400 or so. if you are in pain, its worth it. just dont loose it like moi.

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Posted by KM714

i went to a specialist back in highschool and got a mouth guard. however, i lost it in college (i think when i moved out my senior year $900 lost). I got a new one made up by my regular dentist. i think the key thing is to have one made from an impression/mold of your mouth so it fits you... and isnt a generic from CVS.

in the meanwhile, don't eat hard veggies (ie carrots) or large sandwiches (hero), dont chew on pens/pencils, or rest your head in your hand while sitting at a computer or desk... that all puts strain on the jaw. NO GUM. also, when you yawn, put the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth = this helps prevents you opening your jaw to its max. you can also say 'emma' outloud. its random i know but it relaxes the jaw.

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Thanks for the tips!!! I will keep thme in mind. I brought something from CVS, what a waste of money. I just have to s*ck it up and go to a dr. Like you said, the money is well spent if it helps you.

I'm a dental hygienist, i know we have someone we recommend, but i'm off today. I can check tomorrow for you and give u the info if you want??

FM me and let me know if you want the name

I'm a teeth grinder I went to a Dr. a few years ago about my TMJ and he told me it wasn't worth it for me to get a mouthguard because having something in my mouth would trigger me to grind more. I clench all the time -- especially in traffic. (Funny thing is, I always clench my butt too... I guess I'm just a natural clencher.)

I feel your pain! Let me know how it works out...maybe I'll see another specialist and get something to heal this unbearable pain!!

i have a night guard
my guy is barry rozenberg.. he has an office in valley stream and one in manhattan. he is very good. I went to him a few years back because of severe pain, and now I am good. I just wear the night guard every night.
hope this helps!