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Originally posted by Heather Hamptons
All of you have been more then helpful, and believe me...its much appreciated.
Im new to this TMJ thing. Im nt even 100% sure thats what it is, but chances are that I have it.
I thought about getting a bite plate to see if it will ease up. I guess ill try that too.
I dont have wisdom teeth they were removed, and I am not a caffene drinker/eater. I very rarely drink soda and I hate candy.
I do however have a LOT of stress in my life but HELL...dont we all? lol
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Certain foods will set it off so you should try a soft diet for a day or two as a test to see if it helps.
"Reduce the Amount of Wear and Injury to the Joint
Concentrate on chewing food evenly on both sides of the mouth when eating.
Stop chewing gum or chewing tobacco.
Eat soft foods only. Avoid hard, crunchy, sticky or chewy foods.
Avoid clenching, gritting, and grinding your teeth.
Practice good posture. Hold your head up with your neck and shoulders in good alignment. Begin by standing against a wall with everything from your heels to the back of your head touching the wall. Then step away from the wall and balance a book on the top of your head. Try to walk without having the book fall. Practice this exercise at least twice a day"
http://www.mcg.edu/Otolaryngology/patientTMJ.htm
Gum is a big no no ! hehehe
Change of weather can set it off also. I know mine is worse in the winter time because of the arthritis