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Temporomandibular Joint & Muscle Community

This patient support community is for discussions relating to temporomandibular joint issues including headaches and managing pain.
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I do have this!

by RachelVaughn, Jul 14, 2008 04:03PM
I have been haveing this dislocation feeling for years now...my jaw pops and hurts to chew...I never knew what it was. Then I read this forum! Im excited to be diagnosed but at the same time, How does thsi happen? It started with poping and stuff and now its where my jaw locks shut!! I cant pen my mouth! I get really scared and its very painful..Sugerey? I dont think that therapy would help..what are my options?
Member Comments (2)

by scottma, Jul 15, 2008 03:39AM
To: rachelvaughn
Seeing a tmj specilist to have occlusal therapy is advised.

by Fatkat68, Jul 16, 2008 08:36AM
To: RachelVaughn
Hi Rachel
Had numerous surgeries and eventually had TMJ replacements.  Have now been pain free for at least five years.  See a TMJ Specialist and you will be fine.

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