What’s the Most Common Treatment for TMJ?

Question by UKnowUWantMe: What’s the most common treatment for TMJ?
“temporomandibular joint disorder”
is there something that will get rid of it for good? or do i need to constantly do something in order to prevent it from getting worse and from getting those god awful headaches?

Best answer:

Answer by Dan
I think they trim out some of your jaw.

Answer by meb33
Most dentists recommend wearing a night guard to bed to prevent grinding of the teeth. Try not to eat hard or chewy foods when your jaw is painful. Chewing gum is not recommended. Heat or ice to the jaw (whichever one brings you comfort). Advil or Motrin type pain relievers as needed to help with the inflammation.

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