| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Tmj | 10/23/2009 |
Q: Igot into my situation because of dentists initially cutting off the ends of my eye teeth and ...
A: I have been helped by acupunture, use of the pain device called the alpha-stim 100 (they have a ...
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| clenching/grinding and night guards | 8/15/2009 |
Q: Hey Susan, Did you have any experience where you had a root canal on a tooth, but the pain is ...
A: Michelle, I clenched at night. I'm not sure about the daytime, but most people are not aware that ...
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| clenching/grinding and night guards | 8/14/2009 |
Q: Hey Susan, Did you have any experience where you had a root canal on a tooth, but the pain is ...
A: Michelle, I did have toothaches and subsequent root canals on those teeth, and the pains didn't go ...
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| tmj | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have been suffering from tmj pain for 4 months now. I've been to two different dentists and have ...
A: Vicki, I wear a hard bottom fitting nightguard every night. Dr. Barry Rozenberg made it for me ...
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| TMJ Advice | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I am really impressed that you are willing to share your tmj treatment experience. I had a TMJ ...
A: Natalia, Dr. Rozenberg made me a very very good nightguard. He also gives ultrasound for TMJ pain. ...
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| I think i have TMJ | 7/31/2009 |
Q: I had a brace over a year ago, the dentist only decided to put a brace on the top teeth even though ...
A: Emma, First, I am in the US, so I don't know about surgery cost for you. I am not sure what you ...
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| your experience | 7/10/2009 |
Q: My name is Karen, and I was wondering if you have ever clenched your teeth? Were you diagnosed that ...
A: Karen, I had several root canals that were not necessary. I found out later that clenching can ...
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| Clenching/Grinding | 7/8/2009 |
Q: I think I am clenching and grinding my tooth, and that is why it is sore I think. I had a root canal ...
A: Diane, I did get some root canals which I'm not sure were necessary, since it could have been the ...
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| Clenching/Grinding | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I think I am clenching and grinding my tooth, and that is why it is sore I think. I had a root canal ...
A: Diane, Yes, i have a custom nighttguard. It costed over $300 if I recall correctly. It was well ...
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| Clenching/Grinding | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I think I am clenching and grinding my tooth, and that is why it is sore I think. I had a root canal ...
A: Diane, I did have toothaches as you describe, due to the clenching. THe tooth did feel sore when ...
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| jaw popping after wisdom teeth extracted | 7/6/2009 |
Q: I had all 4 of my wisdom teeth extracted about a week and a half ago. For the past couple of days ...
A: Carrie, I'm not a dentist. I have had TMJ, though, but not any noticeable popping, although my ...
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| TMJ | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I have been diagnosed with TMJ by an ENT, a physician who did my physical recently, (only my old ...
A: Caroline, TMJ is pain in and around the jaw muscles caused by clenching/grinding ones teeth at ...
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| TMJ | 6/16/2009 |
Q: Recently my jaw seemed to suddenly pop out of place. my bite feels very awkward. So i went to the ...
A: Pratik Most people are unaware that they grind their teeth in their sleep. If i were you i'd see a ...
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| what do you think about this? | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I know you are not a dentist, but I just wanted your personal opinion on this. I had a root canal ...
A: Carla, As I stated in my last reply to you, I did still have pain in the root canal tooth and later ...
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| what do you think about this? | 5/23/2009 |
Q: I know you are not a dentist, but I just wanted your personal opinion on this. I had a root canal ...
A: Carla, I can tell you that I've had unnecessary root canals that did nothing for me and later found ...
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| pain from TMJ? | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have had 4 years of pain, 2 teeth removed and numerous root canal treatments. I finally went to a ...
A: TMJ pain is caused by tight muscles and the pain often travels into the teeth, gums as well as the ...
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| TMJ | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I was diagnosed with TMJ 20 yrs ago and have on and off bouts with it. (Especially when under a lot ...
A: Sandra, I'm sorry, I really do not know about reduced cost help. You can call the schools and just ...
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| TMJ relief | 3/17/2009 |
Q: Susan, Terrible thing being an expert on TMJ huh? Seriously though, what have you found to be ...
A: Roseann, Can you see the doctor I recommend in NY, Dr. Rosenberg, 516-791-4000? His nightguard, ...
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| help | 3/14/2009 |
Q: ok i have tm and it first started with popping and clicking....now a few months later every morning ...
A: Kayla, First, you should see a dentist that makes custom hard nightguards. It can fit on the bottom ...
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| TMJ | 2/16/2009 |
Q: isn't TMJ a terrible bother? I think you are managing your TMJ great. The only thing that I've ...
A: Peter, Yes, TMJ can be bothersome if you have pain but since I'm wearing my nightguard every night, ...
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| Stop TMJ | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I noticed you said that you found a way to "treat" your TMJ i was wondering if you could give some ...
A: Raghad, My dentist made me a nightguard which is a must if you grind/clench your teeth. I was also ...
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| TMJ | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I started having terrible pains in my face and ear right after a root canal. I would like to know ...
A: Carol, I had pain in the face, around and in the chewing muscles and around the jaw joint, and also ...
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| TMJ nightguard | 1/27/2009 |
Q: I had muscle spasms after dental work. The spasms have resolved and I obtained an MRI of TMJ. ...
A: Kim, I do have some ringing in my ears but never associated that with TMJ, and I do not know if TMJ ...
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| post extraction pain | 1/24/2009 |
Q: had upper and lower molars extracted and the sites are still open and sensitive and painful two ...
A: Jarra, You should go back to the dentist that extracted the teeth and ask him if it is normal to ...
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| TMJ nightguard | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I had muscle spasms after dental work. The spasms have resolved and I obtained an MRI of TMJ. ...
A: Your first question, why do you have popping, I really can't say. (As you read on my bio, I'm not a ...
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| TMJ question | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I had my 4 wisdom teeths removed about 4 months ago and i've been experiencing a feeling of missing ...
A: Ken, No, I never heard of wisdom teeth extraction causing TMJ. I got my TMJ under control with a ...
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| tmj or wisdom tooth? | 1/6/2009 |
Q: i am trying to make a decision to have a wisdom tooth taken out or get trx for tmj. have had pain ...
A: Barbara, I'm not a dentist, but I have had TMJ, so I can relate my experiences to you. I'm not an ...
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| TMJ | 12/31/2008 |
Q: My 14 year old daughter has TMJ with a lot of pain and clicking. We went to a jaw specialist who ...
A: Roya, I highly recommend Dr. Barry Rozenberg, 516-791-4000 in Valley Stream, Long Is. He also has ...
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| TMJ and eye pain link? | 12/23/2008 |
Q: I have had TMJ for 15 years but my symptoms have been pretty mild--my jaw always clicks when opening ...
A: Kim, TMJ pain can worsen after extensive dental work. You are correct in that holding your mouth ...
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| My jaw popping | 12/15/2008 |
Q: My jaw has been popping for about 5 years now and i have no idea why....all i know is that i scares ...
A: Maria, I have had TMJ, and I try to relate my story so it can help people, but I never had any jaw ...
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| pain in upper four teeth due to jaw gland | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I HAVE DONE SOME SEPTOPLASTY IN 2005 DUE TO SINUS. NOW AFTER THIS SINCE JAN 2008 I AM FEELING PAIN ...
A: Sanjay, I am not a dentist so my answer will be very limited. I do not know anything about the jaw ...
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| Root canal problem... | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I'll try to explain my situation and hope that you help me out in figuring whats happening to me... ...
A: Bilal, I am NOT a dentist so I cannot answer any of your questions pertaining to your root canal. I ...
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| tmj- typical facial pain | 11/25/2008 |
Q: I have had a typical facial pain for 6 years now. sometimes it feels like dull aching at the sinus ...
A: Jacqueline, The pain from the tight muscles, from clenching (TMJ), can travel into the teeth and ...
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| tmj? ear pain | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I read through many of your other answers, and I wanted some advice about my condition. About 3 ...
A: Stephanie, IT's really better if you try to relax about this. Pain feeds on anxiety, and really ...
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| T.M.J | 11/12/2008 |
Q: i was told i have T.M.J and that braces was the best way to go and i was just wondering if you knew ...
A: Ana, I'm not a dentist. I can only relate my own experience with TMJ. I did not have braces for it, ...
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| TMJ | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I have facial pain, eye pain and tooth pain and ear pain, I saw several dentist each gave me ...
A: I don't know about eye pain, or sinus pain. I never had these symtpms. Your ENT would be the best ...
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| TMJ pain for 5 months | 10/15/2008 |
Q: I am 22 years old and I have been suffering with TMJ pain for the past 4 months. I tried to treat ...
A: Jennifer, I'm sorry to hear you have TMJ pain. Mine was really bad, but I rarely have any pain at ...
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| Bruxism and mouth guards | 10/3/2008 |
Q: My dentist recommends a custom molded mouthguard for $400. Can I find one cheaper online or maybe ...
A: Jan, Any over the counter kits are useless . I have tried them, and they are not recommended for ...
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| TMJ | 9/26/2008 |
Q: My 13 year old daughter is really suffering from TMJ pain. Can you recommend the doctor in NY? ...
A: Lori, It's Dr. Barry Rozenberg. He's in Manhattan and also Long Island. The phone is 516-791-4000. ...
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| splint | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I have read that you wear a splint on your bottom teeth. I currently wear a splint that totally ...
A: Melissa, My top teeth do not hurt. I wear the nightguard every night. Clenching/grinding can cause ...
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| pain relief | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I am interested in finding out more about how to treat neuralgia. I have suffered for approx. 5 ...
A: Patricia, I am not a dentist. I try to help people with TMJ because I have had it. I do not know ...
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| jaw pain | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have an extreme stabbing pain in my right jaw. It is so severe that tears run down my cheek. I ...
A: Joyce, I'm not a dentist, just someone who has had TMJ so I can relate my experience with that. If ...
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| alph-stim 100 | 8/8/2008 |
Q: It's me again. I called the EPI company and asked some questions? It looks like that I should use 6 ...
A: Linda, I used 0.5, the lowest frequency, and 6. I used it once per day for 2 minutes. I did not ...
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| alph-stime 100 | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I finally got the machine and tried it out like you have described. Using the probe around the ...
A: Linda, I don't remember how long it took for me, but if you don't get results after a week of use, ...
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| jaw soreness after dental work | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Although I have never been diagnosed with TMJ I have a long history of clenching, grinding, and ...
A: Elizabeth, My dentist does not think the NTI is a good device. He gave me a hard nightguard that ...
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| alpha-stim 100 | 7/5/2008 |
Q: I have TMJ since March. I had some symptons before but did not know it's TMJ. It became very painful ...
A: Linda, A nightguard (Splint) is necessary for anyone who has TMJ. I wear mine every night. Tight ...
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| jaw pain | 6/25/2008 |
Q: I've had TMJ problems for some years now. I'm having a flare up that is worse than anything I've ...
A: Laura, First, I suggest you look at my answers to other questions, in case I forget to put something ...
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| TMJ - splints (hard & soft) | 6/18/2008 |
Q: Susan, My question is this: I have TMJ and have never been so badly bothered that I have done ...
A: Katy In my experience, the OTC guards are useless and fit horribly. Some pros direct their patients ...
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| TMJ - splints (hard & soft) | 6/17/2008 |
Q: Susan, My question is this: I have TMJ and have never been so badly bothered that I have done ...
A: I was always told (and found from experience) that a soft guard can make things worse for people who ...
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| Night guard | 5/29/2008 |
Q: How long did you wear your night guard before you saw improvement. What kind did you wear? Also ...
A: Diane, I really cannot remember how long before I saw improvement, since it's been quite awhile, and ...
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| grinding teeth pain | 5/27/2008 |
Q: any thoughts on this ? many thanks for your time and hello from Scotland ANSWER: James, Yes, I did ...
A: James, I had several unnecessary root canals which the dentist and I did not at the time understand ...
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| grinding teeth pain | 5/27/2008 |
Q: any thoughts on this ? many thanks for your time and hello from Scotland
A: James, Yes, I did have a front tooth that was painful. I learned from my physical therapist who ...
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| Metallic Taste | 4/30/2008 |
Q: I've had several oral problems since I changed my silver fillings to white about 10 months ago. ...
A: Angelica, FIrst, I'm not a dentist so I can only answer questions about TMJ as it relates to my own ...
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| alpha stim 100 for tmj | 2/18/2008 |
Q: i recently purchased the alpha stim 100 and i was looking at some of your posts and it looks like ...
A: Lawrence, The way I used it is that I put it on the setting that promts the device to beep every ...
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| jaw popping | 2/14/2008 |
Q: A few weeks ago I experienced a big "pop" on the right side of my jaw why I yawned. It doesn't ...
A: I have dental insurance, but my plan doesn't cover much, and I have a very big deductible, so as I ...
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| jaw popping | 2/13/2008 |
Q: A few weeks ago I experienced a big "pop" on the right side of my jaw why I yawned. It doesn't ...
A: Vickie, I am not a professional, just someone who has had TMJ, so all I can really do is relate ...
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| tmj | 2/4/2008 |
Q: I have had facial pain for a little over 2 months now. I have bad allergies and get sinus ...
A: I can't diagnose your condition, obviously, andIi am not a dentist, just someone who has dealt with ...
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| dead front tooth | 1/24/2008 |
Q: had a dead front tooth for over 10years which was yellow.brown colour had a veneer 4 years ago which ...
A: I am not a dentist, but I can speak from my own experience with TMJ. I do know that if the muscles ...
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| TMJ | 1/23/2008 |
Q: My name is Erin and as long as i can remember my jaw has popped when ever i chew or even just open ...
A: Erin, I really cannot relate to your problem of jaw popping. My jaw never popped. I did have pain ...
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| TMJ, cheek biting and appliances | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I desperately need some advice on how to manage TMJ pain! One of my dentists had me using all these ...
A: If you live in the NY area i can recommend a good dentist that helped me a lot with my TMJ. He gave ...
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| Root Canal/TMJ | 11/28/2007 |
Q: I have had TMJ for 7+ years and was treated successfully in my home state. Six years ago moved to ...
A: I am not a dentist so I can't fully answer your question, but i do have TMJ so I can answer it from ...
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| TMJ | 11/16/2007 |
Q: SUSAN I HAVE JUST BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH TMJ, I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING SINCE JUNE 07, IT IS ALL ON THE ...
A: I'm not sure how to answer this question, because when you are truly asleep, you would be unaware of ...
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| TMJ | 11/16/2007 |
Q: SUSAN I HAVE JUST BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH TMJ, I HAVE BEEN SUFFERING SINCE JUNE 07, IT IS ALL ON THE ...
A: Vincent, It's all about relaxing those tight muscles caused by clenching. A nightguard that is hard ...
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| Just diagnosed with TMJ Pain | 11/14/2007 |
Q: Susan, I need some suggestions from someone else who has experienced TMJ. I am so frustrated! It's ...
A: Joy, A dentist could tell if you have TMJ. I did have difficulty finding a good dentist that treats ...
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| Hello. | 11/2/2007 |
Q: I have TMJ really bad, my ortho fitted me with a splint and I wear it all the time. If I don't I'll ...
A: Here are things I've done for the pain. I havent had any pain for years, now. l. exercise: it ...
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| upper right jaw pain, sinus running and blockage | 10/18/2007 |
Q: Every night for 2 months like clock work around PM - PM I get serious pain in my upper jaw, teeth ...
A: Chris, I am not a dentist. I have had TMJ pain so I try to help people by telling them what I have ...
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| TMJ | 10/9/2007 |
Q: Susan, I was wondering, after you got your nightguard, (which basically just relaxes your tight ...
A: Marina, My case was complicated, as I didn't get a good nightguard for a long time. Also, I did not ...
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| TMJ | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I am a 44 year old female. I have had clicking and popping in my jaw as long as I can remember. I ...
A: The clicking/popping can be a sign that you are clenching/grinding at night and you should be ...
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| TMJ | 10/4/2007 |
Q: I would just like to say that all this is very new to me and I am unsure of many things on this ...
A: Dana, I've been on vacation and haven't had access to my email. I am going away again for a couple ...
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| overbite | 9/19/2007 |
Q: I have been told in the past that I have TMJ but recently ( im 28) dentists have not mentioned it. ...
A: FIrst, I am not a dentist, and I have not heard of a palatal expander. I would definately seek ...
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| tmj | 9/18/2007 |
Q: For 7 years ive struggled with TMJ. I developed the habit of tensing ky jaw to stop it grinding, ...
A: David, your questions: 1. I don't know what herbal pills you are taking but I am not sure why they ...
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| TMJ and Nightguard | 9/7/2007 |
Q: I just got my nightguard from my dentist yesterday. It is comfortable to wear but I was wondering ...
A: Rayanne, Everyone is different, and as I said before, I'm not a dentist, so I really can't say. ...
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| TMJ and Nightguard | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I just got my nightguard from my dentist yesterday. It is comfortable to wear but I was wondering ...
A: My nightguard (I'm not a dentist, but have TMJ) is extremely loose, as I prefer it that way. I ...
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| tmj help nyc doc? | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I am a musician who just realized the popping in the jaw is tmj due to my oral surgeon. the pain the ...
A: If you want THE BEST TMJ doc in this area (i have already done the leg work of trying tons of them ...
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| TMJ and Braces | 8/26/2007 |
Q: after x-rays and all, this week i was informed in order to correct my TMJ problem, i will need ...
A: Please keep in mind that i am NOT dentist, just someone who has had TMJ pain. I am not sure about ...
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| stiffness | 8/23/2007 |
Q: my name is wyatt and recently i have had stiffness in my jaw bone where it scissors. i can barley ...
A: Wyatt, I am not a dentist but I have had TMJ so I can try to help. It sounds like you do indeed ...
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| what are causes of your tmj issues? | 8/13/2007 |
Q: I've read quite a few questions and answers you have provided. I think it's great there are others ...
A: Marcie, I had pain in the facial muscles which were due to clenching/grinding at night. I attribute ...
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| why would my gums hurt? | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I would like to know why my gums would be hurting? I know that I do not go to a dentist and the ...
A: Margaret, I am not a dentist. I try to help people with TMJ, as I have had that condition. ...
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| chiropractic and tmd | 7/27/2007 |
Q: Have you or known of others that got help for TMD from chiropractic treatment? If so what kinds of ...
A: Karen, I would not use chiropractic treatment for my TMJ. Also, my dentist that treats me for TMJ, ...
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| TMJ | 7/26/2007 |
Q: Recently I've experienced a clicking noise when I chew and sometimes there is a sharp pain in the ...
A: Rebecca, Yes if I were you I would get evaluated by a dentist that treats a lot of TMJ cases. All ...
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| TMJ Problems | 7/8/2007 |
Q: My name is laura and am a teenager. I have had ear pain for the past 2/3 years and the doctors told ...
A: Laura, Can you get to the dentist I recommended in my last reply to you? You can tell your parents ...
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| TMJ Problems | 7/8/2007 |
Q: My name is laura and am a teenager. I have had ear pain for the past 2/3 years and the doctors told ...
A: Laura, I am not a dentist as you know, so I can only help you as far as my own experience with TMJ. ...
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| tmj | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have been clenching my teeth for about 14 years now. I had a nightguard for a long time but it ...
A: I am really not familar with disc position in the jaw - never heard of that. BUt anyway, I have ...
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| temporary crown and bruxism | 6/25/2007 |
Q: I have been grinding and clenching for many years and now I am 36 and getting my third fractured ...
A: My TMJ dentist does not think the NTI is a good device. He gave me a hard nightguard that fits on ...
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| tmj | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have read all the posts about TMJ, and I also suffer from it. I do get acupuncture 1-2 times a ...
A: I still recommend that you try my acupuncturist Kim Tsao of NYC and Great Neck. I am not sure about ...
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| tmj | 4/25/2007 |
Q: I have read all the posts about TMJ, and I also suffer from it. I do get acupuncture 1-2 times a ...
A: Amy, Are you SURE he doesn't take insurance?? I'm very surprised at that...I thought he did. Have ...
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| bruxism and tmj disorder | 4/5/2007 |
Q: what types of exercises have you found to be helpful in managing your tmj disorder? is there ...
A: I had pain in my teeth ( the pain of TMJ it can be referred into the teeth, but there is NOTHING ...
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| Tmj/dentures | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I have tmj and I am not sure where to go with my issues. I suffer neck pain. I seems to be focused ...
A: Cherl: Mmost dentists don't know this but TMJ can make it feel like you have a horrible toothache ...
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| TMJ | 4/1/2007 |
Q: I have TMJ, but it is getting pogressively worse. My jaw pops many times daily, and my back and ...
A: I never had my jaw pop. I use a nightguard. Only get one from a dentist that is hard. STress ...
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| Oh...please | 3/29/2007 |
Q: I am only 18 years old and my dentist says that TMJ problems like mine only happen in older women. ...
A: I have had pain from clenching . The pain was in my teeth mostly and face area around the chewing ...
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| Oh...please | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I am only 18 years old and my dentist says that TMJ problems like mine only happen in older women. ...
A: Can you get to my TMJ dentist in NY? He would be extremely helpful to you. Even if you have to ...
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| Oh...please | 3/28/2007 |
Q: I am only 18 years old and my dentist says that TMJ problems like mine only happen in older women. ...
A: I am not a dentist but I do have TMJ so I can try to help with that based on my own experiences. ...
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| Nightguards | 3/27/2007 |
Q: My periodontist is recommending one type of mouth guard and my dentist is recommending another. I ...
A: I'm not a dentist but I do have TMJ. My nightguard was chosen by a dentist that treats TMJ. He is ...
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| TMJ in nyc | 3/26/2007 |
Q: i have developed TMJ in last two years due to both misaligned jaw and stress. I am trying to find a ...
A: It's good that you live in NY. THe best dentist that can treat your TMJ is in Manhattan and also ...
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| bad pain in neck and head | 3/7/2007 |
Q: I HAVE FALSE TEETH WHICH THE BOTTOMS ARE VERY LOOSE. I WONDER IF THIS IS CAUSING THE BAD PAIN IN THE ...
A: I am not a dentist but I do have TMJ and try to help people with that specific problem. TMJ is pain ...
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| root canal jaw stiffness | 2/9/2007 |
Q: I am a nursing student in Missouri and I am doing a case study for an Anatomy/Physiology class. The ...
A: I'm not a dentist, just someone who has TMJ and tries to help people with that. TMJ can cause pain ...
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| jaw deviation | 1/26/2007 |
Q: i seem to have tjm. My jaw pops and grinds sometimes when i eat, and sometimes when i yawn. I don't ...
A: You should get a hard nightguard from a dentist that treats TMJ as well as general dentistry. It is ...
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| TMJ? | 1/15/2007 |
Q: How do you get rid of your pain?Ive suffered with this for many yrs.I didnt know what else to do.Im ...
A: TMJ causes the facial and chewing muscles to get tight and this can REFER pain into the teeth and ...
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| tmj | 1/8/2007 |
Q: I have been suffering from TMJ for a long time. My jaw locked 2 years ago come March. I have ...
A: Marie, The first thing you need for the TMJ is a nightguard. If you live in the NY area, I can ...
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| grit teeth when sleeping | 12/31/2006 |
Q: Why do I grit my teeth when I sleep so loud that I wake my husband up everynight and he never sleeps ...
A: I am not a dentist but I do have TMJ which is pain around the jaw joint due to clenching and ...
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| TMJ | 12/27/2006 |
Q: The doctor my daughter goes to has prescribed most of what you mentioned. She has a mouth appliance ...
A: It sounds like you are in good hands with that doctor. It must be difficult to see your daughter ...
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| TMJ | 12/26/2006 |
Q: My daughter has severe TMJ with disc displacement. The only dr. we could find that was familiar ...
A: Where do you live? I use Dr. Barry Rozenberg, of NY 212-791-4000. He's the TMJ head of the NYU ...
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| tmj pain in back of head | 12/21/2006 |
Q: I will definetly try to relax. It's funny you mentioned that about the Advil. That is what I have ...
A: I got my nightguard in NY. It doesn't sound like you are in NY,but if you are I can give you the ...
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| tmj pain in back of head | 12/20/2006 |
Q: I am a 28 year old female. I was diagnosed 5 years ago with TMJ. I had a splint made and wore it ...
A: Please try to relax! I've had TMJ for many years. If I didn't wear my nightguard (what you call a ...
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| Night problems with teeth | 12/12/2006 |
Q: I found out that I grind my teeth alot at night and also make noises. I am told that I should get a ...
A: THe best nightguard for me was one I have now which fits over the bottom teeth and it is hard. ...
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| TMJ and wisdom teeth | 11/21/2006 |
Q: I have had TMJ flare-ups off and on over the past 15 yrs. I feel that my TMJ is not joint related as ...
A: I found the alpha-stim 100 very good for muscle pain. You need a RX to get it. It is expensive but ...
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| TMJ | 11/17/2006 |
Q: I live in NJ and work in Manhattan, and I've known I had TMJ for quite some time. Just recently, ...
A: I tried a LOT of dentists in the city and Long Island. ALL NO GOOD! The one who helped me the most ...
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| Tooth pain years after root canal | 11/14/2006 |
Q: I had a root canal done 7 years ago and a crown put on the tooth. In the last three years I have had ...
A: I am not a dentist but I do have TMJ so I try to help people with TMJ. I do know that TMJ can cause ...
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| TMJ during Dental work | 10/8/2006 |
Q: My TMJ is much worse after dental work because of having to keep my mouth wide open so long. ...
A: I had the same thing happen recently while undergoing sedation for dental work. I find that ...
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| TMJ | 10/2/2006 |
Q: I am thinking of going to Dr. Rozenberg after reading your rave reviews about him. Is he gentle? I ...
A: Michelle, I don't know if Dr. R. manipulates the jaw...he never did that with me. He gave me a ...
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| TMJ | 10/1/2006 |
Q: Does accupunture help with the pain? Is there a pillow that you would recommend for a side sleeper ...
A: Chris, I found that acupuncture helped my pain tremendously! But I had to try a few different ...
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| TMJ | 9/30/2006 |
Q: it's been a few years since i've noticed my jaw clicking when i would yawn. It's gotten worst over ...
A: Keri, Don't stress out too much about this - it's not that serious! You need to get a nightguard - ...
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| Severe mouth pain | 9/24/2006 |
Q: I am having excruciating pain in the right side of my face it started with a toothache. I went to ...
A: Barbara, I am NOT A DENTIST! so I am not qualified to answer your question. I try to help people ...
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| tmj | 9/13/2006 |
Q: Susan: I have symptoms often associated with tmd: General tooth discomfort (left side of mounth) ...
A: FIrst, you need to get a nightguard - not the soft kind, but the hard..some new ones are soft only ...
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| what should i do | 9/8/2006 |
Q: I was just wondering what you have done that has worked well to help reduce your TMJ problems and ...
A: FIrst, you need to get a good [hard, not soft] nightguard. They are making ones that are soft on ...
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| TMJ and back teeth | 9/7/2006 |
Q: Im a diabetic, been trying to get a new splint for a year but every time seems I need another root ...
A: Pain from TMJ can refer into the teeth, making it feel like a bad toothache, when there is really ...
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| TMJ | 8/10/2006 |
Q: Any information you would be willing to share would be very helpful, particularly about what kind of ...
A: Athletic guards are useless. You must get a good nightguard if you are grinding at night (most ...
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| TMJ | 8/7/2006 |
Q: What are some things that can help with my TMJ. I am 27, and have had it looked, at but they told me ...
A: I never heard of getting dizzy from TMJ. But If I were you Id get another opinon because I believe ...
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| pain in a tooth I thought I had a root cannel years ago | 7/31/2006 |
Q: HOW IS IT POSSIABLE FOR ONE TO HAVE PAIN IN A TOOTH THAT I THOUGHT HAD A ROOT CANNEL DONE?
A: I am not a dentist. I try to help people with TMJ. I do know that sometimes but rarely, one of ...
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| TMJ Pain | 7/5/2006 |
Q: I have had problem with TMJ pain for awhile now and I have seen an oral surgeon and he wants to do ...
A: I strongly suggest that you get another opinion from a dentist that treats TMJ. I use an excellent ...
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| tmj and night grinding , clenching | 6/8/2006 |
Q: Just one more question- how much did your night guard cost- I have been told the one I need, which ...
A: Darlene, I don't remember how much my nightguard was but I do know that they are expensive. I THINK ...
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| tmj and night grinding , clenching | 6/8/2006 |
Q: I would love to hear any ideas on a good night guard- have tried two - one I cracked a root wearing ...
A: THe nightguard I found to be the best for me is the one I use every night. It is hard, and fits ...
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| I stumbled across your site... | 5/11/2006 |
Q: I stumbled across your site on the internet. I did'nt know that physical therapy and acupuncture ...
A: RIght now I am on vacation and don't have access to all my information. A mild tranquilizer and/or ...
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| Nerve pain | 5/1/2006 |
Q: Every now and again just over the past 3 days I have been having a slight pain in in one of my ...
A: LIsa, I'm not a dentist, but I do have TMJ which means pain in a lot of areas due to grinding the ...
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| Night Guard for Bruxism | 4/22/2006 |
Q: I am 38 years old and was recently fitted with a custom made hard acrylic retainer to prevent my ...
A: Sanura, I went through a lot of nightguards that were very uncomfortable until I found Dr. Barry ...
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| TMJ | 4/5/2006 |
Q: I read the question posed to you about TMJ and read the answer. I am in the New York City (Queens) ...
A: I highly recommend Dr. Barry Rozenberg, 516 791-4000 and 212-752-3000 if you were not helped with ...
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| relieving TMJ pain | 3/10/2006 |
Q: I recently developed pain in my jaw radiating both to my upper and lower jawbone on one side. My ...
A: If you are in the NY area, I recommend Dr. Barry Rozenberg 212-752-3000. EVen if you are not near, ...
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| Jaw issues | 3/6/2006 |
Q: I am Rohit (m/23) from India. For about 4 years now I have had this problem with my jaw joint. There ...
A: Rohit: I am not a dentist, but I do have TMJ. This is when you clench and grind your teeth usually ...
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| teeth grinding | 2/21/2006 |
Q: I grind my teeth while I sleep and I wear a bite splint that my dentist had made for me. I have just ...
A: Edwina, I am not a dentist but I do have TMJ and wear a nightguard. I don't know anything about ...
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| Question regarding jaw problems | 8/31/2005 |
Q: Im 23. As a kid, I can remember my jaw clicking and on occasions, locking up. At some point in my ...
A: I can't diagnose your condition as I am not a dentist, just a person who has successfully dealt with ...
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| TMJ | 8/14/2005 |
Q: AT this point,I'm not sure if I have TMJ but am suspecting it is a strong possibility. I am 53 years ...
A: Karleen: My symptoms were pain in the teeth, jaw area, cheek area (chewing muscles), stiffness and ...
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| Jaw pain | 8/13/2005 |
Q: My name is Mindy and Im 42.I lost my lower back teeth. In the last couple of years I been having ...
A: I am not a dentist nor doctor. I try to help people with TMJ because I have it, and found ways to ...
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| TMJ | 8/3/2005 |
Q: I was wondering, what causes TMJ in the first place? Also, how do you know for sure that you have ...
A: TMJ can be caused by an arthritic jaw joint, and also grinding and clenching at night while ...
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| this dentist said i need to... | 6/21/2005 |
Q: this dentist said i need to remove one of my wisdom teeth that has a cavity because ti may help ...
A: I am not a dentist but I have TMJ. I cannot answer your questions about wisdom teeth, fillings, ...
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| TMJ | 6/2/2005 |
Q: I am a 25 year old female with chronic TMJ. I have tried so many different things that I just don't ...
A: First let me say that you MUST get a CUSTOM MADE nightguard. It helped me tremendously!! The store ...
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| TMJ | 6/1/2005 |
Q: I'm a 41 year old woman. I'm not sure I have TMJ, but I've had a very loud sound coming from my jaw ...
A: You should be evaluated by a dentist that has a lot of experience with TMJ. I found mine by calling ...
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| TMJ Treatments | 2/5/2005 |
Q: I appreciate it. I have been dealing with my TMJ for 20 years and it's only getting worse. ...
A: I am not a dentist, so I'm speaking from the point of view of someone who has TMJ. I never heard of ...
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| bruxism | 1/31/2005 |
Q: I've developed a problem with teeth grinding during the day, after having an earache. I can find ...
A: My dentist suggests using a nightguard during the day, to prevent grinding at that time. I have one ...
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| tmj | 10/28/2004 |
Q: Please tell me about your tmj condition, like, how did it come about? How did you first handle it? ...
A: I had pain in the cheek muscles (chewing muscles and jaw area). I took a muscle relaxant and for ...
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| jaws can they reALLY CAUSE THIS | 9/16/2004 |
Q: could you please tell me what maybe happening to my ears...i have eustachian tube dysfunction..and ...
A: I'm sorry I'm really unable to help you, as I am not a doctor or dentist. I have TMJ, and can ...
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| what can any of the folowoing... | 8/26/2004 |
Q: what can any of the folowoing speciaties do for tmj? regular dentist oral surgeon tmj ...
A: I use a regular dentist who also treats TMJ. he's in NYC and his name is Dr. B. Rozenberg. I would ...
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| TMJ | 8/25/2004 |
Q: what is the best way to find a tmj specialist? are there any oral surgeons or alternative therapists ...
A: After trying countless so-called TMJ specialists, who were incompetent and sometimes disrespectful, ...
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| Controlling TMJ | 8/22/2004 |
Q: How do you control it? I've been to so many professionals I don't know who to trust anymore. I've ...
A: Erin, I had such horrible pain from TMJ that I went into a depression and had to be put on an ...
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| TMJ | 8/17/2004 |
Q: How have you gotten your TMJ under control? Thank you so much.
A: Following is a list of what I have done: THEY ALL HELPED ME TREMENDOUSLY. (do these as many times as ...
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| TMJ | 8/10/2004 |
Q: what is tmj? what is it caused from? how do you fix it? I was diagnosed with it today and I need to ...
A: I am not a dentist but I have TMJ. First, you need to get a nightguard. I have one that fits over ...
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| HELP ME! | 7/5/2004 |
Q: I am so happy to have found this site. Last year I went to the ER after suffering several days with ...
A: I'm not a dentist, nor doctor but I do have TMJ so I can speak from my own experience, but you ...
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| TMJ | 7/4/2004 |
Q: I had a cold for a week now it's gone and just sinus's (I hope) but still coughing but starting last ...
A: Beth, I'm not a dentist or doctor, but I do have TMJ and try to help people with that by drawing ...
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| TMJ clicking, griding, stiffness | 6/20/2004 |
Q: I've had TMJ for years, but haven't worn appliances for about 8 years now. My husband tells me I ...
A: I'm not a dentist nor a doctor, so I can just relate to you what to do from my own experience with ...
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| dealing with TMJ | 5/30/2004 |
Q: I would love to get any advice I can from you about TMJ. I am recently diagnosed, although I believe ...
A: First, you should get a nightguard. Mine is hard and covers the bottom teeth. If you want ...
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| TMJ | 5/5/2004 |
Q: I am having serious pain from the back of my neck to my ears, all the muscles there are so tight it ...
A: My TMJ is under control now, but at it's worst, I had extreme tightness in the neck. I took a ...
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| Crown and intermittent mild pain | 4/20/2004 |
Q: I had a root canal and crown on a jaw tooth about 1 year ago. During the last 3-4 mos, I have had ...
A: I am not a dentist! I have TMJ so I try to help pp by relating to them what I do for it. I can ...
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| TMJ in NYC | 4/7/2004 |
Q: ..saw one of your posts. I emailed Dr. Rozenberg and am waiting for his response. Are you in NYC? ...
A: I have gotten great results from Dr. Kim Tsao, an accupuncturist, who practices in NYC and also in ...
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| TMJ & Teeth Whitening | 3/27/2004 |
Q: I have a question ref TMJ. How can I ease the clicking when I chew? Also, I have a filling in the ...
A: FIrst, I am not a dentist, just someone who has had TMJ, trying to help others, so I can't answer ...
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| TMJ? | 2/27/2004 |
Q: I'm a freshman in college, in good general health (as far as I can tell), and I've been experiencing ...
A: i am not a dentist, so you should check everything I say with a professional first. I have TMJ and ...
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| TMJ relief | 2/15/2004 |
Q: I have had problems related to TMJ dysfunction for years. Before I knew that TMJ was a large factor ...
A: Here are things I did to treat my TMJ, that you might want to try. l. aerobic exercise - treadmill, ...
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| TMJ Tips | 2/11/2004 |
Q: I am desperately interested the methods you use to overcome TMJ. I've had this condition for about ...
A: I can't give any medical advice but I will tell you what I did in the months leading up to the time ...
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| TMJ | 2/11/2004 |
Q: My daughter woke up yesterday morning and could only open her mouth 1 inch or so. In the past 3 ...
A: I am not a dentist, nor a doctor, but I have had TMJ in the past. I am free of all pain now. ...
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