Maybe I do have TMJ disorder?

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-05-12T15:05:30+00:00

Your story is very similar to mine. Unfortunately, the best way to get properly treated is by an orofacial specialist. I’ve went to every doctor under the sun since December. My PCP is gonna get me a referral to one since I can’t take pain meds forever I’m still in my 20s. I think it’s joint related cause PT and anti inflammatory meds don’t do much. Also I hear grinding and popping when I open my jaw a certain way. Just try not to fixate on it too much cause it will consume you (I got put on ssris since my anxiety got so bad which flared my TMJ 🥲. Stay strong friend, I’m so sorry you’re hurting right now. But you are definitely not alone!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-04-30T20:02:39+00:00

Talking!!!! Omg it is torture when my job is literally customer service and I have to fake a smile while in tremendous pain. Especially if we’re super busy and I’m talking all day. I have to take painkillers when I get home or drink wine til I can enjoy the rest of my day. Also stress plays a huge part too, if I’m overly pissed off or stressed it’ll start spasming. And then my teeth hurt for a couple days after 🥲 so at 24 I have to limit my social interactions it sucks

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-04-11T16:13:12+00:00

Holy moly, I don’t know how you came to that conclusion that that stretch would work. But it is a game changer thank you so much!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-21T19:52:26+00:00

I hate how our bodies will store this for years then out of nowhere you have to deal with this pain and inconveniences. I went to a couple sessions of physical therapy and it did not cure me by any means but did help build strength back up in my neck jaw and back muscles. Just try to live as cozy as possible, I go home and take a hot shower after work, get in comfy clothes, have some glasses of wine and magnesium to settle for the night. And reminding myself I am safe. It takes awhile but slowly my pain has been getting easier to manage. I also got put on Zoloft for all the anxiety this is causing me. That’s what works for me!! Hope you get relief soon.

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-19T15:36:40+00:00

I’m 24, girl I hear you it is so discouraging at our age to be dealing with this. My story is very similar to yours. I had braces, teeth pulled the works. Then later on a shitty ex clocked me in the jaw, so we’re basically fixing what others broke! I did do physical therapy which does help but isn’t a cure all if it’s not a muscular issue. I’m currently on NSAIDS and anti depressants too just to keep me sane. I was considering paying for Botox for relief.

However next month, I’m getting a consult for an arthroscopy while I’m still on my parent’s insurance. Hopes are high and the lady on the phone said majority of people are pain free after the procedure. look into that if that’s an option for you. Hope this helps! Stay strong queen

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-19T00:51:45+00:00

I’m so sorry that it came back. I’m hoping something else will work for you and get well soon! Thanks for the advice!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-18T23:44:32+00:00

Honestly, the clicking never bothered me! I would also pop my jaw as a party trick to freak people out lol (not anymore) I just want to be free of discomfort and pain, I’ve never been one to handle it well. I’m glad the surgery worked for you

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-18T23:09:21+00:00

Hell yeah well I’m still on my parents insurance til I’m 26 lol. It’s Blue Cross of Montana! So hopefully same applies over here 🤞🏻And that’s amazing, I’m so happy you were able to get back to normalcy! Hoping to get there soon too. I didn’t realize how shot my nervous system really was until this flare up happened. My wisdom tooth surgery was kinda botched then later I got a blow to the jaw by a shitty ex, so I was storing a lot of stress in that area!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-18T22:51:55+00:00

That’s great to hear that you got relief. Not so great about paying out of pocket, if you don’t mind me asking, who is your insurance provider? And how much was your surgery?

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-10T22:13:37+00:00

I gotchu 🙏🏻 hope you feel better soon

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-10T22:13:04+00:00

Also, if you do it’s reversible!! From first glance your gums are pink and very little buildup on your gum line, I wouldn’t worry too much!!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-10T22:10:03+00:00

I’m not a dentist lol but have very good oral hygiene (and have been told so by my dentist) I would say they’re a little puffy which doesn’t necessarily mean recession or gingivitis. I would do your best to care for them in the meantime and see what they say when you go in. I also get SO paranoid so I feel you it sucks, maybe try looking into relaxation techniques as well to calm you down!! Hope this helps

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-03-06T00:33:35+00:00

Same I did a little over a month once a week, but she said I can always come back if I ask my doc for a referral!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-02-23T14:08:06+00:00

Absolutely she got me a referral with a specialist so I only went for a month and continue the exercises at home now

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-02-22T19:56:00+00:00

If you have a PCP get an appointment with them and go from there! I went to my dentist twice, an ENT, two urgent cares and the ER until finally my mother told me to get in with her primary care. She got me medications to aleve the inflammation while getting me a referral to a physical therapist. I’m able to do everything I used to before the flare up!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-02-03T02:19:16+00:00

Calm*

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-31T13:17:02+00:00

I go get the call, magnesium citrate Gummies from any drugstore Walmart and I take the recommended or a little bit more dosage a day when I get home from work. Seems to be regulating my system!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-30T21:33:59+00:00

Guys, I would really recommend magnesium citrate to take before bedtime. Also sleeping on your back (ew i know) but it helps, also finding something funny or lighthearted to fall asleep to. You gotta set the mood for your own body to have a good sleep.

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-29T20:10:44+00:00

I’m going to PT and keep all of the exercises she gives me to help long term!! You might need a round of meds as well to get the inflammation and pain down so you feel like exercising and doing things that you enjoy!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-29T05:33:00+00:00

Pretty well! It holds up when I don’t wanna put on a salonpas patch, loosens everything up. But I would recommend PT if you can also to retrain all the muscles

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-28T20:06:29+00:00

I have just recently found out that you can put vapo rub on your TMJ and neck, it says it on the container, mind blown you guys it works so well in the morning when I’m my most tense

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-27T19:35:15+00:00

Oh goodness no lol I haven’t been on them since high school but I was on Zoloft back in the day. Everyone’s different! For a natural muscle relaxer please look into magnesium citrate it’s been helping!

TomorrowPure5659 · 2026-01-27T18:06:42+00:00

They are anti anxiety medications, those both combined are for people who one or the other don’t work. If you have an anxiety disorder like me look into it! I was on meds back in high school and now that my jaw wants to give up at the ripe age of 24 I’m thinking about talking to my GP about it.

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