I have an appointment with a new doctor today; a chiropractic physician. It's a pretty long drive but he is supposed to be very good. My manager here recommended him and he takes my insurance. I have TMJ and it's a real pain. Has anyone ever had that? I can't eat on one side of my mouth or it's very painful. I hope he can help me get rid of this. He is supposed to specialize in TMJ.
Thanks Mark, it can be very painful, yes. I have to make sure not to chew on the effected side of my mouth or it will hurt very bad. I have faith in this doctor that he will cure this.I had to google it, and it sounds like it would be very painful. I don't think I've ever known anyone who's had that.
I am glad your appointment went well, and I hope you soon get relief from it.
Thanks Mark, it can be very painful, yes. I have to make sure not to chew on the effected side of my mouth or it will hurt very bad. I have faith in this doctor that he will cure this.
No he didn't but I have anti-inflammatory medication I can take. Thank you Mark.Did your doctor advise you to take anti-inflammatory medication, or prescribe anything, or discuss a cortisone (or related) injection to give you some kind of relief in the meantime?
No mouth brace for me! I see the doctor again on Tuesday. He is working on my neck to relieve the TMJ. I guess it is rooted in the neck.Ruth, I don't have TMJ but a friend of mine does. I remember she had to wear some sort of mouth brace for a while but I'm not sure if that was for the TMJ or other mouth issues.
Hi MS. I found this website that may be of help to you. Be sure to read it all because near the end is where the good information is: http://www.dentalplans.com/dental-information/dental-insurance/dental-care-for-the-uninsuredgood evening ruth and all. speaking of mouth pain, I have one tooth that has a slow but noticeable ache. I bought a good OTC drug that is made with eugenol. iam careful not to touch tissue because it burns bad lol. I don't have dental insurance right now.
Doing good Ruth how are you?