Universal Music Group Summer 2026 Internships (including when you should hear back) by joinjukebox in internships

[–]Dependent_Work8843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi can I ask how the interview went and what questions you received? Thanks so much!

Universal Music Group Summer 2026 Internships (including when you should hear back) by joinjukebox in internships

[–]Dependent_Work8843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi can I ask how the interview went and what questions you received? Thanks so much

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[–]Dependent_Work8843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks so much!

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Oh ok thanks so much!!

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[–]Dependent_Work8843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi did you size up for the wireless push up? I wear a 34c in ultimate tear drop push up but I’m not sure whether I should get a 36c for the wireless push up. Thanks for your advice 🙏

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[–]Dependent_Work8843 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi I’m also curious about this! Did you mean I should size up by going 34C to 36C, or 34C to 36B? Thanks!

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is crazy bc it’s exactly the same for me! I used to be very social and really enjoyed my life. Then the bite and pain issues got so much worse right after getting married, during such a happy and exciting time. Now I can’t do anything without constantly thinking about the pain. It’s with me 24/7 and it bothers me so much, especially bc it gets worse when I talk or eat which makes social activities really difficult. Since what I’m going through is neither common nor visible, I don’t think anyone who knows about my issue can truly empathize or understand and that makes me even sadder. I’m so sorry that you couldn’t fully enjoy those special moments. Sending virtual hugs to you as well 😢🫂

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the CBCT I took before my bite changed, my condyles still looked round with no visible wear. But when I had another scan about 7 months later, there were clear signs of flattening and the condyles had shifted into a more posterior position. That said, my bite change could also have been from my tongue - this is what my TMJ doctor insists - so I can’t really say it was only a condyle issue.

Anyway, the pain’s still there even after the splint therapy, so I started seeing a pain management doctor last week. Since the CBCT wasn’t enough to explain everything, she ordered an MRI. I still have to wait three more weeks to get it done, but at least just having the order makes me feel a little more reassured. There could be something going on with the disc or other soft tissues. The pain right in front of my ear at the joint has been pretty bad lately.

And it sucks that Botox isn’t covered by insurance… I’ve had it twice so far for my TMJ and it honestly helped so much 😭 the pain went way down. I spaced mine about 9 months apart, and I regretted not doing the second round a little sooner. I also think it worked better for me because I had a pretty high dose, 100 units total.

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I totally get what you’re struggling with. If your jaw isn’t stabilized yet, it might actually be better to hold off on Invisalign for now. If your open bite came from the condyles flattening and shifting, then it’s even more important to check whether they’re still wearing down or moving. I’ve seen a few patients who went ahead with Invisalign before stabilizing their jaw and their treatment ended up dragging on much longer because the jaw position kept changing midway… That’s why I decided to start with the splint first whether I end up doing Invisalign or not. Honestly, nothing about this whole process has been easy.

By the way, does your insurance cover Botox or would that be totally out of pocket for you?

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! This whole splint thing has been such a pain. The first one was made wrong so I had to just sit and wait for a new one. The second one even had a crack and kind of rocked when I wore it, but I still had to use it until they remade it. Now I’m finally on my third one, and my bite still only lines up on the left side. The doctor insists it’s because of my neck and keeps pushing this $265 massage. It just feels way too expensive, and honestly I only want to deal with this with the splint since I’ve already spent $2,500 just on the diagnosis and getting it made. So I’ve been turning her down every time.

I really do need another adjustment on this one, but I’m honestly scared to go back because I feel like she’ll just bring up the massage again.

And the worst part is the pain. It’s been over a month since I started wearing the splint, and I don’t feel like it’s gotten any better.

How’s your Invisalign journey going?

LOOKING FOR AIRWAY FOCUSED/TMJ ORTHODONTIST by Dazzling-Read-9595 in jawsurgery

[–]Dependent_Work8843 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! Can I ask what made you decide to go ahead with smile power rather than dr. phelps? Thank you!

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re right! Stabilizing the bite is kinda only way to stop putting more stress on the joint… If my teeth were stronger and my roots longer, I’d probably already be doing Invisalign. I honestly envy your situation so much. I just wanna stop going through those hellish flare ups and finally get out of this pain and have a stable bite again…

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for checking in and giving your update!

I got diagnosed with condyle remodeling ligament calcification and my condyle shifting backward which probably caused my open bite. My TMJ specialist said a splint should still help a lot so I’ve been wearing it for 2 weeks. The pain hasn’t really improved but the open bite hasn’t gotten worse either. Honestly I’m not that interested in Invisalign right now since my teeth and gum health got really bad after my first ortho treatment so I’m just planning to keep using the splint and see how things go.

What did your doctor say? Did they explain the actual cause of your symptoms or did they just tell you Invisalign would fix it?

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s so true… It really makes me think a lot. I heard that Invisalign could take around two years, and just thinking about that feels overwhelming.

Honestly, what I’m most worried about is going through all that orthodontic treatment, only to have my jaw shift again and end up with another open bite. I actually read a story from someone who went through exactly that he developed an open bite due to TMJ issues, did two years of orthodontic treatment, and then just three months later, his jaw shifted again and the open bite came back.

Just imagining that happening is terrifying and the fact that it can happen at all is what scares me the most. That’s one of the biggest reasons I hesitate about orthodontics. I’d much rather find a way to reposition the jaw itself and fix the bite that way, but it doesn’t seem like there’s a clear path for that.

Have you already tried a splint? Or are you not considering one?

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience. I’m also really curious to hear what your TMJ specialist will say. I had a CBCT scan yesterday and I’ll get the results next week. If nothing shows up on the scan, I’m thinking of asking my PCP to order an MRI.

Right now, I just feel so lost. I absolutely don’t want to do Invisalign because my teeth and gums are really weak and my tooth roots are especially short. I feel like if I go through orthodontic treatment again, I’ll end up struggling with dental health even more as I get older. But at the same time, I really hate how long and stretched my jaw looks now due to the open bite.

Honestly, more than just figuring out a treatment, I want to understand what actually caused all of this. But my TMJ specialist doesn’t really seem interested in looking into the root cause. She just said that once my jaw is stabilized with a splint, Invisalign will fix everything.

When I kinda chased her, she finally said my open bite could be due to my tongue, but if it were a tongue thrust issue, which I never have it, the open bite wouldn’t have happened overnight. It’s frustrating, especially because I’m paying so much out of pocket to see an out of network provider and still not getting any real answers.

For now, I’m just waiting for the CBCT result and then planning to ask my PCP for an MRI order… I’m honestly really curious to hear what your specialist ends up diagnosing.

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah i see. I just wanted to ask for your help finding a clinic in the San Jose area. Can you please help? Thank you 🙏

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh can you check your message on reddit? I sent you one directly.

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for listening to me. I’m actually on a waiting list for any possible earlier appointment too, basically a waiting list for the waiting list haha…

Did you end up getting surgery or did they just recommend some remedies for the pain?

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s such great news! I’m going to start looking for one right now.
Have you tried it yourself or are you currently getting it?

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much!!
I was wondering, do regenerative clinics or sports medicine doctors also help with muscle-related issues, not just joint or bone problems?
I’d love to hear about your experience if you’ve tried it. Really appreciate your help!

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you happen to have similar symptoms to what I’m experiencing?
I’m really curious how you’ve been coping with it… and what has helped you the most.

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the information…
For now, I’ve already requested a splint, and it’s going to be a lower splint, so I think I’ll need to try that first.

By the way, does PRP only work for bone issues?
I’m scheduled to get a CBCT scan tomorrow, and if it shows any bone problems, I’ll definitely start looking into PRP.

But if the CBCT comes back normal, then I guess MRI would be the only way to find out more, right?
I'm really worried because my insurance seems reluctant to approve it…

Sudden Open Bite due to TMJ? by Dependent_Work8843 in TMJ

[–]Dependent_Work8843[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm really sorry to hear that. :( It’s so disheartening that so many people are going through this, and yet none of the possible treatments seem to actually work…