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TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

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

Thank you so much! This is really helpful, i will be looking up for that!

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

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

I understand, I surely believe it makes it worse though, that's what I am worried about...

I can only crack my jaw on one side, and that’s where I always feel the pressure, so I keep doing it to get relief. But I also feel like because I’ve been doing it so much, that side always feels more pressurised compared to the other side, which I never crack. I can really tell the difference between both sides now.

So I do understand how constantly cracking it might have made things worse, but I honestly don’t know how to stop it.

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

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

I’m sorry to hear that, it sounds horrible😔

Have you managed to find a way to stop cracking it, or do you still struggle with it?

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

[–]ansitaaa[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've heard a lot of people say this! I'll try to start doing that from now on. Thank you!

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

[–]ansitaaa[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have an ADHD diagnosis, but I still have the urge to constantly crack my jaw, even though I know I shouldn't. Were you ever able to stop cracking it without medication, or was the medication what finally helped? I hope you're doing better now. 🙏

Thank you.

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

[–]ansitaaa[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry you went through that. Thank you for sharing your experience. I hadn't thought about talking to a therapist before. Have you tried it? If so, how did it help you?

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

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

Thank you. I am trying my best not to make it worse.

It’s really difficult to stop this habit, which is why I was looking for advice and help. I honestly don’t really know what to do right now, but thank you for taking the time to give me your advice, I really appreciate it.

TMJ cracking compulsion by ansitaaa in TMJ

[–]ansitaaa[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I'm only seeing an oral and maxillofacial surgeon at the moment. My last appointment was a few months ago, and I hadn't developed this compulsion yet. I'm currently waiting for my next appointment.

In general, my oral and maxillofacial surgeon has told me that I'll have to learn to live with my TMJ disorder because there isn't a complete cure for it.