Comments on: Clicking Jaw, Jaw Pain & TMJ Dysfunction – Symptoms, Treatment http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html Current Health Care Articles Mon, 22 Mar 2010 12:19:39 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: Swollen Joints - Causes & Treatment of Joint Swelling | Current Health Articles http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-27128 Swollen Joints - Causes & Treatment of Joint Swelling | Current Health Articles Sun, 07 Mar 2010 20:19:35 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-27128 [...] or clicking sound may be present upon movement. This may occur in any joint but is more common in TMJ dysfunction, fingers and [...] [...] or clicking sound may be present upon movement. This may occur in any joint but is more common in TMJ dysfunction, fingers and [...]

]]> By: kevin http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-26645 kevin Sat, 27 Feb 2010 05:37:15 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-26645 I am really getting annoyed by this clicking, I better see a doc soon. I am really getting annoyed by this clicking, I better see a doc soon.

]]> By: Emily http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-25745 Emily Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:44:20 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-25745 Dr Chris, I had my bite realigned in November and it's made no difference - it's February. Could you tell me what position the disc is in when I have to move my lower jaw to the right to click it back into place? I have to do this continually. Thanks for your advice. Emily Dr Chris, I had my bite realigned in November and it’s made no difference – it’s February. Could you tell me what position the disc is in when I have to move my lower jaw to the right to click it back into place? I have to do this continually. Thanks for your advice. Emily

]]> By: Dr. Chris http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-25101 Dr. Chris Tue, 16 Feb 2010 21:29:09 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-25101 Hi Emily Yes if it is set too high it can definitely cause spasm of the masseter muscle. Even if you have your crowns realigned, it will not ease immediately. It could be inflammation or it could be a change in your bite as a result of you trying to compensate for the previous misaligned crown. If it does not settle in 2 weeks or so, go back to your dentist. There is no exact time for how long it will take to settle but two weeks should be a fair amount of time for any inflammation or spasm to settle provided that you are not clenching your teeth. Hi Emily

Yes if it is set too high it can definitely cause spasm of the masseter muscle. Even if you have your crowns realigned, it will not ease immediately. It could be inflammation or it could be a change in your bite as a result of you trying to compensate for the previous misaligned crown. If it does not settle in 2 weeks or so, go back to your dentist. There is no exact time for how long it will take to settle but two weeks should be a fair amount of time for any inflammation or spasm to settle provided that you are not clenching your teeth.

]]> By: Emily http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-24158 Emily Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:07:32 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-24158 Hi, I had two right upper back crowns placed. I then experienced an ache in the area. I thought it might just be settling in time for the crowns. But after a few weeks of waiting, my jaw began to click on the crown side before happening on the other side. It has now advanced to TMJ with tight masseter and facial muscles, grating on both sides, burning, numbness in the area of the massester muscles, aggravation on chewing and varying bite. I had my bite realigned after a visit to no less than three dentists - the last one agreed that it was a crown that was set too high - but it hasn't helped. Could this be because of the initial inflamation caused by the problem not having dissipated? If so, how do I reduce it and how long would it take? Thanks. Hi, I had two right upper back crowns placed. I then experienced an ache in the area. I thought it might just be settling in time for the crowns. But after a few weeks of waiting, my jaw began to click on the crown side before happening on the other side. It has now advanced to TMJ with tight masseter and facial muscles, grating on both sides, burning, numbness in the area of the massester muscles, aggravation on chewing and varying bite. I had my bite realigned after a visit to no less than three dentists – the last one agreed that it was a crown that was set too high – but it hasn’t helped. Could this be because of the initial inflamation caused by the problem not having dissipated? If so, how do I reduce it and how long would it take? Thanks.

]]> By: Dr. Chris http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-23703 Dr. Chris Thu, 04 Feb 2010 19:08:08 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-23703 Hi Jem Yes, it is possible that a TMJ dysfunction can lead to referred pain to the head. It could also be that the muscles causing you to clench excessively, which may have caused the TMJ dysfunction, is also the cause of your headache. You need to go back to your doctor or visit an orthodontist or maxillofacial specialist and allow them to assess your case and decide on the next step. Hi Jem

Yes, it is possible that a TMJ dysfunction can lead to referred pain to the head. It could also be that the muscles causing you to clench excessively, which may have caused the TMJ dysfunction, is also the cause of your headache. You need to go back to your doctor or visit an orthodontist or maxillofacial specialist and allow them to assess your case and decide on the next step.

]]> By: Dr. Chris http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-23571 Dr. Chris Mon, 01 Feb 2010 20:26:58 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-23571 Hi Cislayden You need to have an xray done of the area to verify whether the bones of the joint have eroded. Suffering with this condition for so long may have caused some permanent damage/detrioration of the joint lining or bone which could be why it is not 'popping' back into place. With an xray, it will be anybody's guess as to what is going on there. After the xray and appropriate measures, you doctor, dentist or maxillofacial specialist will have to identify what caused thsi problem for such a long period. Hi Cislayden

You need to have an xray done of the area to verify whether the bones of the joint have eroded. Suffering with this condition for so long may have caused some permanent damage/detrioration of the joint lining or bone which could be why it is not ‘popping’ back into place. With an xray, it will be anybody’s guess as to what is going on there. After the xray and appropriate measures, you doctor, dentist or maxillofacial specialist will have to identify what caused thsi problem for such a long period.

]]> By: JEM http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-23531 JEM Mon, 01 Feb 2010 08:50:49 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-23531 dear doctor, i have the clicking sound in my jaws for a few years. at times i accounted lock jaw while eating. i've seen the doctor but he said it's because i have a shallow jaw. he took x-rays as well. it's been almost a year since i last saw him. i still have the clicking sound but i seem to have migranes at times without any reason. could this be because of my jaw causing it? dear doctor, i have the clicking sound in my jaws for a few years. at times i accounted lock jaw while eating. i’ve seen the doctor but he said it’s because i have a shallow jaw. he took x-rays as well. it’s been almost a year since i last saw him. i still have the clicking sound but i seem to have migranes at times without any reason. could this be because of my jaw causing it?

]]> By: cislayden http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-23383 cislayden Thu, 28 Jan 2010 22:08:40 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-23383 Hi. I'm 30 and have been having problems with my TMJ joint since I was around 10 (at least that's the earliest I remember it)when my jaw started locking. I could chew, but not open my mouth wide. Eventually this subsided, but I started having the popping. It gradually got louder, and now when I open my mouth for a regular-sized fork/spoon full of food, it can be heard by anyone near by (they usually cringe). It kind of feels like I have to "unhinge" my jaw. I can't chew things very long without my jaw quickly swelling up and cramping, or chew with any force, and keeping my mouth open wide for a short amount of time is painful (much to my dentist's dismay). All of this was rather annoying, but recently I had one very large and painful pop, and the popping stopped--but it was almost like it didn't "pop" back in. I still have all the same problems chewing, just not the noise. However, now I hear a clicking in my ear, and am having sharp pains around my ear when chewing (in addition to the sore jaw). The sharp pain just started. I'd appreciate your opinion on this. Thanks. Hi. I’m 30 and have been having problems with my TMJ joint since I was around 10 (at least that’s the earliest I remember it)when my jaw started locking. I could chew, but not open my mouth wide. Eventually this subsided, but I started having the popping. It gradually got louder, and now when I open my mouth for a regular-sized fork/spoon full of food, it can be heard by anyone near by (they usually cringe). It kind of feels like I have to “unhinge” my jaw. I can’t chew things very long without my jaw quickly swelling up and cramping, or chew with any force, and keeping my mouth open wide for a short amount of time is painful (much to my dentist’s dismay). All of this was rather annoying, but recently I had one very large and painful pop, and the popping stopped–but it was almost like it didn’t “pop” back in. I still have all the same problems chewing, just not the noise. However, now I hear a clicking in my ear, and am having sharp pains around my ear when chewing (in addition to the sore jaw). The sharp pain just started. I’d appreciate your opinion on this. Thanks.

]]> By: Dr. Chris http://www.healthhype.com/clicking-jaw-pain-tmj-dysfunction-symptoms.html#comment-22345 Dr. Chris Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:41:58 +0000 http://www.healthhype.com/?p=2328#comment-22345 Hi Danni Yes, it does sound like TMJ but you should also notice some changes when opening and closing your mouth or when chewing. It could also be an ear infection that is causing referred pain. Having healthy teeth does not mean that you will not suffer with a TMJ dysfunction. The latter is related to other causative factors as well. You can consult with your GP so that he can exclude an ear infection if necessary. He/she may then refer you to a dentist. Hi Danni

Yes, it does sound like TMJ but you should also notice some changes when opening and closing your mouth or when chewing. It could also be an ear infection that is causing referred pain. Having healthy teeth does not mean that you will not suffer with a TMJ dysfunction. The latter is related to other causative factors as well. You can consult with your GP so that he can exclude an ear infection if necessary. He/she may then refer you to a dentist.

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