[MERGED] Temporomandibular Joint Disorders ( TMD )

[Ira]

Yup. An ENT will have to personally examine to see if you have mandibular joint problems.

[sentiments]

ako pu may question....


ako kc minsan pag matagal na nakasara ang bibig (computer *** kc kaharap ko) tapos kunyari biglang lunch na, pag susubo ako ng pagkain mararamdaman ko na nag-lock jaw na ako......normal ba un? basta lagi syang ganun pag matagal na nde ko ino-open ang bibig ko...... nde naman masakit, pro parang lately lang nangyari sa kin un eh....

[Ira]

If your jaws intermittently lock, have it checked by an ENT. It might be TMJ dysfunction (or not).

Clarification--lockjaw means tetanus. There's a huge difference between lockjaw and TMJ dysfunction.

[sentiments]

thanks...

[BeccaAnne]

i've had this condition for sometime now... can anyone help?



_______________________________

http://pinkchocolate.proboards12.com/

[eyedoc]

Since you've had it for a long time already, you probably have to see an ENT already.

[bogli]

my mom suffered from it, she sought dental help from a tmj specialist. she's now ok..

a close friend is undergoin treatment as well, i referred her to the same dentist. i'd say she's feeling a lot better (in less than a month). better have it checked right away!

[BeccaAnne]

hi bogli,

can you give me ur doctor's name? thanks

eyedoc,

what causes this?

[bogli]

hi beccaanne,

here's the name of my mom's dentist

Dr. Noel Velasco

[pauline]

i also had tmj..
i have to wear splint for 5 mos. before ako nagbraces...

[grumpybear]

what causes this?

[smilewarrior]

TMJ -> temporomandibular joint, it's an anatomical body part ( the "hinge" which connects your lower jaw to the skull).

TMD -> temporomandibular disorder: dysfunctions associated with the craniomandibular complex which includes the TMJ, the teeth, and the muscles of the head and neck.

Causes for TMD are varied, but trauma (whether macrotrauma such as a punch to the face or microtrauma such as from frequently eating chewing gum for long periods) and severe emotional stress have been usually percieved as culprits. Faulty dental fillings or lack of posterior teeth ( molars in particular) may contribute to dysfunction. Medical problems such as osteoporosis or arthritis may contribute to the development of the problem.

If you think you have TMD, it's best to consult an E.N.T.

[grumpybear]

smilewarrior-
would an ENT normally prescribe medication for TMD or some sort of therapy?
also, it is possible for the symptoms to occur in just one side? thanks!

[smilewarrior]

@grumpybear: Yes, sometimes medication are prescribed for TMD and yes , it's possible that only one side is affected.

It's better to have yourself examined by an E.N.T. X-rays and a physical exam will be done.

[grumpybear]

thanks smilewarrior.

[grumpybear]

smilewarrior,
it's me again.
i just want to know about the nature of tmd...
is it myofascial? what exactly happens?
is there an inflammation? shortening of pterygoids?

thanks!

[smilewarrior]

TMD is a general term, under which a myriad of disorders fall under. Either the muscles, the joint or the occlusion (meaning the teeth and its supporting structures) are involved.

If you want more information, I suggest you see a doctor.

[pancit_luglog]

hi doc,
i had this lack jaw for almost 5-6 months.. is there anything i can do to stop this?
thanks..

[marco_1]

asin daw

[smilewarrior]

See an ENT pronto.