No, we don't have to feel it forever.
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| | | | I was diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD) back in March after a root canal procedure went horribly wrong. I've been living with pain and inflammation ever since, trying everything under the sun (within my financial means) to feel better. | | During this process, I've done a ton of research on how to manage this condition, and I'm not ready to lose hope just yet! Read about research-backed remedies I've found below. | | First, here are some health stories you may want to check out: | | | | Be well,
Morgan Mandriota
Newsletter Editor, Healthline | | | | |
| |  | | Written by Morgan Mandriota
November 13, 2023 • 4 min read | | | | | | | |
| |  | | | You, me, and managing TMJD | | 💥️ Where jaw pain comes from. Common causes include arthritis, prolonged stress, teeth grinding and clenching, or joint trauma, but many are unknown. Not mine! I got it from a dentist-induced jaw injury and keeping my mouth wide open for 5 hours during a botched root canal procedure. I'm now one of 11–12 million people in the United States living with TMJ pain. | | ☹️ How TMJD disrupts my daily life. Pain and clicking when I eat, waking up with a locked jaw, frequent headaches, not being able to chew gum anymore … the list goes on and on. Mouth guards, self-massage, pain medication — you name it, I've tried it to relieve my symptoms. And so far, I've only been able to find temporary relief. Am I doomed for life? Not quite! | | ✨ Potential remedies. Jaw pain can be cured as long as the root cause is treatable. And many times, it is! For example, if it's from stress, coping skills, therapy, and medication could do wonders. If it's caused by an injury or chronic condition, you may need to actively manage symptoms to reduce pain. | Speak with a doctor and try different treatment options to find what works for you, such as: - applying heat or cooling therapy
- going for acupuncture
- doing jaw-stretching exercises
- massaging the affected area
- avoiding chewy foods
- taking medication (e.g., muscle relaxers or pain relievers)
| | 💌 Have any pain relief tips to share? Please email wellnesswire@healthline.com to send them my way! (Please note that we may use your name and response in an upcoming edition.) | | | | | | | |
| | | | Vibe the pain away | | | | | | |  | | LaVie TMJ Relief Jaw Massager | | This ergonomic massager is specifically designed to deliver gentle vibrations to your jaw and neck, which is where TMJ pain typically stems from. It's safe to use every day and can actually help treat your TMJ over time rather than simply mask the symptoms. Now excuse me while I add this to my Amazon cart … | | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | |
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| | | | Thanks for reading! We'll be back in your inbox on Wednesday. In the meantime, I'll be over here daydreaming about all the delicious Thanksgiving sides I'm planning to eat in T-minus 11 days.
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