Ever since I had my braces off last may,
i've noticed that the right side of my
lower jaw is often sore and pops
frequently. It seems to get sore if I
bite into something like a sandwich, or
eat something chewy like caramel or a
bagel and cream cheese, whenever I yawn it
usually pops and I hate how sore it is..
I can't really open my mouth that wide or
I feel the pain. What could this be from?
:(
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Cally22
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 15 Mar 2005 Posts: 5 Location: OHIO
Posted: 03-15-05 15:43pm
Hi,
i am cally, and I am 19. I have had tmj
since I was around 13 years old. Mine was
caused by abuse(a heavy blow to the face).
When I was diagnosed with tmj I was
having severe pain, locking episodes, and
popping snapping noises. I was in misery,
and to beat it all I felt all alone, like
no one understood or believed me. I now
am a much stronger person who is much more
confident. I accept my tmj, and I believe
it has made me a better person.
Tmj is caused by many things. I have
heard of some research which has even
linked it to some dental work. So in my
mind it is very likly that your problems
could have been caused by your braces.
But I am no expert by far.
What you can do to help is stay away from
chewy hard foods for a while. Never,
never chew gum!!!! This just makes tmj so
much more worse. If you are in pain try
taking aleve, advil, or tylonel. Also,
ice is great!! Give your muscles a break,
try to keep your stress down, and try to
make an appointment with your dentist!!
Good luck, and feel free to ask any
questions, I love trying to help, and
trying to give back!!!
