Jaw Locked Closed - Part 2 - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc)

[@lynnlewis576]

Thanks!

[@theTMJdoc]

Aww thanks! 🙏🏼

[@CarissaSmith-h9j]

I have been going through this. Last year I was referred to a physical therapist for my tmj pain. I started out at about 28mm and progressed to about 38mm. Physical therapy only really helped me in the short term. I have a feeling that the jaw stretches they had me doing probably did more harm than good in the long run. A year later and I’m still dealing with limited jaw opening. Actually, just in the last two days I have been going through a terrible flare up with limited jaw opening, jaw pain, and headache. I finally, today, got the pain to subside with massage and a combination of Advil and extra strength Tylenol. I have been dealing with this for years. My dentist has been trying to figure out a treatment plan, but they only know what they know. I’m glad I stumbled on your channel when searching for tips for tmj pain relief.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@CarissaSmith-h9j sorry you’re going through this and I hope you find relief soon!

[@tamiwolf8336]

Thanks for the great videos. I am currently undergoing treatment for locked closed TMJ with a TMJ specialist in Reno, NV. I went during the acute phase, probably about 2 weeks after it first locked. It has been almost 6 months since I started treatment and we have seen progress, but I currently can only open to about 32 mm. I still have quite a bit of pain. I am worried that I am in a chronic locked closed position. I do have a nighttime appliance that I wear, no longer wearing the daytime as it was causing a lot of tooth pain. I have had to have my teeth ground down because my bite is so off. My treatment seems very similar to what you described, and I now understand why when I told my dentist about the popping and clicking, I got no help. Thank you again for these videos.

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome and best of luck to you!

[@mustardtiger374]

Hi Tami, I'm in the Reno area as well, and am currenly considering options to resolve a locked closed disc. Do you mind telling me which specialist you are going to? Thanks!

[@kaystyle1]

I have a patient coming today who has been locked for 2 days already! I went straight to your channel!

[@theTMJdoc]

Oh I’m so glad to hear that! Let me know if I can help in any way!! 💕

[@becky_see]

Great tip about the estradiol and relaxin! I absolutely notice a difference in pain/injury when relaxin levels are higher second half of cycle, after ovulation. A PT also mentioned this in the past but didn’t give the details you did, ty for your videos and for educating dentists. I truly hope they change the curriculum in dental school to at least mention how identify TMD!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you! Please do Subscribe!

[@deniseracine6788]

I have had a jaw locked close (1 finger width) for the last 2 weeks. I went to see my dentist. He did not look at it but immediately referred me to a TMJ specialist. I called 3 different clinics and they all suggest botox. Is this a common solution? I feel like there should be a more natural way to solve the problem. I have tried heat and Advil already. My jaw has been clicking for years and locking once in a while but never for long periods. Thank you for your very interesting and clear videos!

[@theTMJdoc]

Botox will not help with this because this is an alignment issue. Where do you live?

[@Overlimit77]

I have the same exact issue with Denise and it's been happening for a few days now. A couple of dentist did suggest botox but I can understand that it won't fix the issue because, as Dr. Priya mentioned, the TMJ was caused by misalignment. So I just wanted to ask what does Botox do and when is it appropriate to use? I was able to pop it back into place usually but it has not been working the past few days. I live in the Bay Area edit: asking this here because it seems relevant to original post and could help others who are curious as well

[@Overlimit77]

@@theTMJdoc Do you happened to have any TMJ specialist recommendation in the Bay Area by any chance? My jaw is currently locked closed (1.5 finger width) and although I could pop it back into place usually (by pushing the side), I was not able to do that recently and have been worried ever since

[@rmvh3205]

Thanks for these videos! This describes exactly what's happening to me. My history and symptoms right now point to a chronic case with a forming pseudodisc. I have my jaw opening at the ~35mm range (an oral medicine doctor measured it today) after it was only about 1.5 finger widths months before. I've been trying to get effective treatment for TMJ for about 10 months but still can't find a dentist/doctor who understands what's going on and can help me. All I have is a flat plane splint made 8 months ago (before locking) that I wear at night, and some basic muscle exercises. Is there hope for me yet or is there anything I can do on my own? My jaw is still deviated to the side and I can tell that the entire mandible is slightly lopsided when at rest. I have a new open bite when before all the symptoms started it was quite even. Would my bite stay like this even when I can be pain free and have good range of motion with the pseudodisc?

[@theTMJdoc]

It’s really impossible to say what your bite will be like after things have settled and the pseudo disc forms. Sorry!

[@A.Shavandi]

Hello, Thanks for useful information. my TMJ disk slipped out a week ago and I cant open my mouth more than 2cm. The Dr manually it 2 times but immediately it dislocated again when I closed my mouth. I was wondering what are my options? not sure why it came out again? thanks again

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but there’s no way I can answer this without follow up questions and discussion. If you’d like you can set up an online consultation with me using this link 😊🙏🏼 tmjdentaldoc.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/treatment/8

[@JordanKeys-r9p]

I have had jaw issues my whole life, but when I got pregnant, my jaw started locking shut! I had no idea why. I would wake up with it locked shut, and it would unlock maybe a half hour afterwards, yet continue to pop and hurt all day. Even after giving birth, I breast fed & still experienced all the same issues. I’m assuming the relaxin had a huge play in this!

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes, it likely did!!

[@mustardtiger374]

Hi Priya, Thank you so much for your videos. They are very informative. I am currenly seeing a TMJ specialist who has told she won't make an orthotic until my disc is unlocked. She referred me to an oral surgeon, who has recommended anthrocentesis. I am also going to PT, which has increased my opening from 1 finger to 2 fingers, over the span of a month. Do you have any thoughts on anthrocentesis? It seems the surgeon flushes the joint with a saline solution, and then a steroid injection, in the hopes of clearing out scar tissue and other debris. I have read varied reports online, and am worried it may make my condition worse. Thanks again for your time!

[@theTMJdoc]

There’s no way I can answer this without follow up questions and discussion. If you’d like you can set up an online consultation with me using this link 😊🙏🏼 tmjdentaldoc.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/treatment/8

[@baldrickt.adder-slayer287]

Acute locked closed from a dental proceedure, perimenopausal but the jaw tracks to the other side? Sore throat/pallet same side, tongue root (same side) pain, inner ear numbness and some hearing numbing. Some relief with neutral position jaw and gentle pressure on opposite side of jaw. I was a Sports and Occupational Massage Therapist, and and currently a Corrective Exercise Certified Personal Trainer with Cancer Exercise Specialty and am going through this myself, at the moment. Seems like the gods, as usual, are driving me in a practical experience direction to better help others. I would really like to dig deeper (and involuntarily) use myself as a guinea pig, to correct my own problem so I can better help my clients. Would be grateful for more information. You seem to be the most knowledgeable first step I've found.

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! Sorry to hear you're going through this. If you'd like to discuss this in detail, please set up a Zoom meeting with me by emailing Alex at [e-mail]

[@michaellarathle8252]

Just found your channel, Dr. Thank you for the helpful information. How does the mouth guard look (covering all teeth or some) and is it on the top or bottom?

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! It covers all teeth and is on the bottom.

[@victorizannasmr9411]

Where do I go to get proper care for a TMJ disorder? I have problems with my jaw locking closed. My dentist didn't know what to do so sent me to an orthodontic surgeon who recommended steroid shots if the pain got too bad or surgey. They both made me feel stupid and the only reason I had TMJ is because I am a woman and the hormones affect the TMJ joint. I don't feel like I got sufficient help and I don't want the pain to get worse. 😔

[@theTMJdoc]

I would recommend a TMJ dentist or TMJ Physical Therapist.. sorry you’re going through this.

[@victorizannasmr9411]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you so much for your reply! Thanks to you and your channel, I found a place to properly treat my tmj. ✨

[@theTMJdoc]

@@victorizannasmr9411 I’m so glad to hear this!!!

[@jeanineperez9119]

Thank you so much for all your informative videos! Do you have any experience when someone has this as a result of orthognathic surgery? I had double jaw surgery and my top arch widened in April. I can only open around 18mm and my jaw deviates to the left on opening. I've been going to physical therapy for a month where the therapist is putting in stacks of popsicle sticks to stretch the jaw. I'm also doing this same exercise at home but it does not seem to work very well. Do you ever treat surgery patients? Thanks so much for your time!

[@theTMJdoc]

It's not often that I treat surgery patients but I certainly can :)

[@huzheng7384]

Love your treatment technique, is there such treatment In Florida?

[@theTMJdoc]

Not the exact same that I’m aware of.!

[@huzheng7384]

My Jaw was locked on 8/8/2021. Every morning I have to massage then my mouth can open 40 - 45mm. I have no problem eating and talking but my Jaw is still locked. No pain though. But I am a mouth breather. Can you please suggest any treatment?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@huzheng7384 where in Florida do you live? I can try to see if I know someone there that can help.

[@huzheng7384]

I go to school at Gainesville, FL. I watched all your videos. You explained the root cause of the problem so clearly that any one even without medical background can understand. You are the best doctor in TMJ. Thank you so much for your help!

[@harshshah2641]

Hi Doctor, How do you measure where muscles are most relaxed - using manually or with some tools or machine??

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi! We utilize the instrumentation that comes along with following the practice of neuromuscular dentistry. This involves a specific TENS machine and a machine called the K7 machine.

[@robertpinder2307]

Hello I love your videos. I have learned so much. I wish I lived in the USA close to your clinic! I don't know if you can answer this but I have been booked for surgery after an MRI. Degeneration of the left joint, space narrowing, subcondrial sclerosis, cystic change, flattening of the head and marginal osteophytes, disc poorly delineated, portion bunched anteriorly closed and maybe partial recapture open with diffuse degenerative tearing and mild lateral displacement! Wow what report. But no one suggested I rest it which I inferred from your videos! Surgery may be a year away. My question is is surgery my only option? Will intense rest allow it to heal or is it a fait accompli?

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi Robert. Thank you for your comment. I'm sorry but I don't feel comfortable answering questions about your treatment options without examining you in person. Best of luck to you.

[@mbp2894]

Is there a specific type of physical therapist for the intricate way of doing manipulation for chronic locked jaw? The TMJ dentist I see doesn’t do jaw manipulation, and has said my joint is too arthritically degenerated. I’m a 56 year old woman, don’t really have pain, sleep in my custom orthotics, but still only 2 fingers open and jaw will daily lock more closed until it “cracks” to give me back the two fingers of opening. Could I benefit from manipulation if I can find a qualified pt? Thanks!! Love your advice!!

[@theTMJdoc]

I think everyone can benefit from jaw manipulation :). Having said that, it’s incredibly difficult to find a practitioner who does it well. Some TMJ physical therapists do it and I don’t know any dentists besides myself that do it. Sorry!

[@ScottBradley-oj3dq]

What do you suggest for a 64 y/o male with metastatic lymph node CA (oral) with jaw locked closed? It is chronic at this point (1.5 years). Have had extreme trouble finding anyone who treats this. Have tried stretching (with an apparatus specifically meant for lockjaw), botox, acupuncture, and hot/cold compresses. Treating the CA with holistic methods; have NOT had any chemotherapy or radiation. Any small gain with the very painful stretching is lost within 24 hours. Thank you for your time!

[@theTMJdoc]

The only way I know how to treat this condition is the methods I describe in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foPRmayiodWdd8U

[@sindu9810]

Very informative videos. Can disc displacement without reduction can be cured with splint and braces?

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch this video How I Unlock the Locked Jaw: Jaw Locked Closed! - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc) #tmd #tmj #lockjaw kzbin.info/www/bejne/foPRmayiodWdd8U

[@Mark-ps7eh]

Hi I’m not sure if my other comment went through but I’m not seeing it on the comment section. I believe I have the same problem. I’ll give you a brief summary. So basically for about 3-4 years I’ve had clicking when I opened my mouth but I was able to open it wide and the clicking didn’t really hurt or bother me that much I just got used to it. However I remember every once in a while my jaw would get in a weird position where my back teeth couldn’t touch and it felt like I couldn’t open my mouth as much anymore, but after a few hours it would go away. This happened maybe 3 times a month. Fast forward to 5 months ago. I’ve had that weird jaw position thing happened and when I felt better, my clicking disappeared and slowly I had some bad symptoms such as pain and lots of discomfort and muscle spasms. The symptoms seem to get worse as time goes on and I was wondering if you could please tell me how I can get my jaw disc back in place. Is there any exercises you recommend ? Should I rest it as much as possible? Please help!

[@theTMJdoc]

Unfortunately the disk being displaced without reduction is the most difficult intracapsular tmj condition to treat. There are no home exercises that can truly help with this. I would recommend looking for an experienced TMJ physical therapist and/or TMJ dentist in your area.

[@amitjeph269]

How was your condition now of tmj

[@Mark-ps7eh]

@@amitjeph269 Well, I went to a oral surgeon/tmj specialist, and she gave me some botox, along with some jaw exercises to do and I must say, the pain did go away, and I can open my mouth past 30 milimeters, so I guess im making progress, but I do still feel discomfort like its not in place, but I guess I just got used to it. She also gave me a new mouthpiece to wear at night, custom made one so that might've helped a lot too. Overall, I would say it's getting slightly better overtime.

[@george52797]

@@Mark-ps7eh How are u now

[@NiceDreamXO]

Hi Dr. Mistry, thank you so much for your videos. Do you have a TMJ specialist you can recommend in Nevada?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I don't know anyone there personally. I have a small list of dentists that are a part of an elite TMJD/Sleep Dentistry Study club. I'm not sure how much experience each practitioner has with treating TMJD. Which city in Nevada?

[@NiceDreamXO]

@@theTMJdoc Hi Dr. Mistry. Thank you for your reply. Las Vegas, NV. Would you possibly be open to taking on a patient from out of state who is willing to make the weekly trips to your office? Or are out of state patients a definite no? Thank you.

[@OzarksUSA]

I have a jaw locked closed, have Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, and am already on Flexeril (max dose) and have been for years. I also take Celebrex, a prescription NSAID, and since this started have taken some aspirin without results. I am disabled and on disability and am so scared the only treatment plan that they'll be able to offer me is going to be so expensive I won't be able to afford it and my jaw will be this way forever. The pain is excruciating. 😢

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this!

[@israelsardes6366]

Hey ! I just discovered your channel and I'm really happy about it!! I suffer from disk displacement without reduction 3 months, and after physical therapy and conservative treatment I was scheduled for an arthroscopica surgery, I wanted to ask you 2 questions: 1 - Doesn't the physical therapy stretch the ligament too much, and as a result there will be no chance to return the disc to its place, because the ligament will be loose? 2 - Do you recommend the arthroscopica surgery? Thank you!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear you’re going through this. As for your questions - I can’t really tell if you If physical therapy will stretch the ligaments too much because I don’t know exactly what your PT is doing. As for asthroscopic surgery, I don’t make recommendations about this over the internet and without examining you in person. Sorry!

[@israelsardes6366]

@@theTMJdoc Thanks !! Still, from your experience with patients, is there anything you recommend doing in the case of disk displacement with reduction ? (which I was diagnosed with for sure) since 3 months.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@israelsardes6366 please watch this video and lmk if you have any questions How I Unlock the Locked Jaw: Jaw Locked Closed! - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc) #tmd #tmj #lockjaw kzbin.info/www/bejne/foPRmayiodWdd8U

[@israelsardes6366]

@@theTMJdoc Thanks ! Because I am far from your clinic, would a Zoom meeting with you help? And is it possible? And do you generally recommend wearing a night brace? Thank you !

[@theTMJdoc]

@@israelsardes6366 you can email my office to set up a zoom meeting with me. I recommend a night orthotic - not a nightguard, retainer, or anything else. [e-mail]

[@janicericci7620]

Hi, I was recommended Botox injections for my locked jaw. In your experience, does this work?

[@theTMJdoc]

I have never seen that work. Sorry :/

[@futbolero10]

I have suffered from closed locked jaw for 5 years...It is impossible for me to speak normally because my jaw locks closed when I try to speak.Currently seeing a TMJ specialist..I experienced a notable improvement between months 4 and 5 but by month six my jaw locked again( I lost all my gains)I feel really frustrated .In your video you mentioned that people who have had their articular disc out of place longer might take longer to unlock..Is that correct? Do I need to be more patient? Thank you! I enjoyed your videos..

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes! This work is two steps forward, one step back. If you were locked for 5 years, it’s going to be many many months and maybe a few years! Who are you seeing and where, if you don’t mind sharing?

[@futbolero10]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you so much! Of course... Im seeing Dr. Pettite at Medcenter TMJ in Houston. I am going to continue with the massages and the cold packs and moist heat as he recommended.I need to stay positive and be patient.Thank you! for your reply and take care.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@futbolero10 you’re welcome! Feel free to reach out anytime!

[@silverdoon3544]

@@futbolero10 Have you gotten your jaw unlocked? Mine has been locked for 6 months and the only reason I haven’t went back to medcenter TMJ is because of the money so I’d like to know if it worked.

[@amitjeph269]

How was your condition now of tmj

[@airamos7116]

I can open my month only two fingers fit I feel it’s lock but the good thing is I can eat and it doesn’t hurt about 2weeks from now what should I do? is it serious? Is it okay if I get a braces ? Please help me thank you

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes this is not a good situation. I’d recommend seeing a tmj dentist. You likely won’t be able to get braces if you can’t open your mouth. I wouldn’t recommend braces until you recover your full range of motion.

[@airamos7116]

@@theTMJdoc thank you but I can’t go to Tmj dentist because of the cost is there anyway to recover at home ?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@airamos7116 not that I know of.

[@AmyTaylorr]

My dentist wants to give me a night guard and told me to do exercises 😂 my bite is misaligned because I had back teeth missing so they tilted into the gap so my bite isn’t right ! Then I had dental work and my jaw locked 2 weeks after and been locked closed since. Dentist is referring me for massater botox as he can’t do the Impressions for my night guard, so it’s a waiting game, and he tells me my bite is fine but it’s really not and I think it caused me to lock ! I’ve found someone who does jaw manipulation there a osteopath so I hope they can help unlock me 😢

[@theTMJdoc]

best of luck to you!

[@nomane18]

What happens when you keep getting it closed? It fixes for a day or two and then back to locking for two to three days! What to do?

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch the video I’ve linked. This is the only way I know how to treat this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/foPRmayiodWdd8U

[@shadabali2060]

I have been going through this last one week. My left side of jaw got locked closed. I’m able to open to mouth only 2 fingers with. Earlier also i wen😢through this but those was very short period of time but this time it has been from past one week. I went to couple of dentist and they told me it’s because of wisdom tooth. And they told i have to extract wisdom tooth to fix this issue. Am not able to decide what to do..?

[@leahgubbins7046]

I need your help pls my jaw getting worse have it for months and I don’t know what to do I scared

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this. You can email my office to set up a zoom meeting with me - [e-mail]

[@george52797]

My jaw gets stuck but its not painful. I dont have pain at all. Its just gets stuck then snaps when I open but when i jut my jaw forward a bit it doesnt snap

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this. I'm glad it doesn't hurt.

[@sorradic]

What is the best way to sleep w this condition? I absolutely cant sleep on my sides, but it's uncomfortable sleeping on my back. It's a nightmare

[@theTMJdoc]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/g6S3pGOcirpqoJI

[@drmguide3877]

Mam I have tmj anterior disc displacement without reduction as mri reported on both joints. I have clicking and poping sounds for several months but two days ago when I woke up in the morning I found that I couldn't open my mouth more wider than two fingers. My left jaw had locked. Although it had happened with me several times before also, but every time it usually opened itself. When I went to a dentist he advised me arthrocentesis which was very painful. But my jaw suddenly got unlocked after the procedure And next day when I woke up it again got locked. Then the doctor advised arthrocentesis one more time and after that it unlocked again. And now I can open my mouth up to 4 fingers but there is a clicking and poping sound in the jaw. And it also clicks when I try to touch my molar teeth together. And I also feel some pain on touching the molar teeth together. But I don't feel any pain on opening the mouth. Can this exercise help me? And my doctor was telling that if arthrocentesis would not help you then we will have to perform a surgery called arthroscopy. But I can't go for surgery because I recently had an ear surgery two months ago. So please mam tell me what are thealternative treatments for whom should I go for? Please 🙏 mam reply.

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I cannot recommend treatment over the internet and without examining you.

[@mbp2894]

I’m under the care of a TMJ dentist. I have chronic locked jaw. I am a 56 year old female. I have had my day and night time custom mouth guards for about 10 weeks. The philosophy at my doctor is that when a joint is really unstable and arthritic like mine, they don’t do any manipulation. (I will be having sinoplasty in a few weeks due to deviated septum and bone spur). In your experience with patients my age and chronic lock jaw, do you do manual manipulation, and have any success with getting more opening amount? Thanks!

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes we have had success with patients at your age with a locked jaw. However, it's highly unpredictable as to how long it takes to reduce the disc.

[@mbp2894]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you! At what point in the care of a patient like me do you start the manual manipulation? Is it done by a chiropractor or do you do it in your practice? Thanks again for the response! I love the clear and concise information you are providing for a large part of the population. The insurance and medical industry is completely unaware of the amount of individuals suffering with TMJ and all the related issues! I really thought I was going crazy until I found your videos and realized how many symptoms are all tied together with this jaw disorder!! Thanks for the great content!!

[@theTMJdoc]

@@mbp2894 thanks so much! We do the manual manipulation pretty early on - within the first few weeks of treatment. I do it myself 😊

[@jayapatil6079]

Thanks for sharing the information. It is very helpful.

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re very welcome! I’m glad you liked it!

[@amyfernandes8185]

How much does It cost?

[@theTMJdoc]

I don’t discuss my fees on comments :). If you’d like you can join an online consultation with the link below. During the consultation, I will discuss fees and any money spent on the consultation will be applied towards your treatment. tmjdentaldoc.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/treatment/8

[@abdulmuqtadar6172]

Hi Priya.Its very informative video.What is the difference between Orthotics and Night Guard ?Also How do you make Orthotics ? .Like how do you measure where muscles are relaxed and correct resting length ?

[@theTMJdoc]

We use the Myotronics system - TENS unit and jaw tracking technology 😊

[@archanavasist7897]

Mam I am facing this problem of TMj disc displacement. Can I come to u for treatment ?

[@theTMJdoc]

If you are not local to my office I usually recommend setting up a zoom meeting with me so I can see if I can help you. If you’d like to do this please email my office to set this us. [e-mail]

[@archanavasist7897]

@@theTMJdoc I am from Delhi India. Is your session chargeable?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@archanavasist7897 yes please email the office for more details :)

[@amitjeph269]

Very useful information

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@amitjeph269]

@@theTMJdoc can you please tell how wores it can go tmj last stage

[@gautamsarkar4107]

Hello doc I am from India and my father recently had brain stroke after which he is not able to open his jaw and eat anything he has been on food pipe for last more than 2 weeks, he is admitted to neurolgy dept for last 2 weeks but they are not able to figure out the reason and have done multiple test starting from MRI to Jaw X-ray. My father is able to open his mouth wide open when yowning do you think this is sign of jaw locked? And I am not sure in India we have any such good doc in India who can identify and treat this symptom, please suggest

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I really can’t say what’s going on over the internet and without examining him. Sorry he’s going through this.

[@nomane18]

Well, my son started getting his jaw locked closed after using braces!!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that!

[@saadshaikh5729]

I am 17 .. before two weeks i had jaw clicking issue, it was not painful .. but 4 days ago my left jaw is locked .. now it just opes 2 fingers.. i tried to extend it but its painful .. do i need a physical therapy? .. can i go to a general dentist ? Please reply. ... Its a request.. i am in trouble

[@theTMJdoc]

I'd recommend seeing a skilled and experienced TMJ dentist or TMJ physical therapist.

[@saadshaikh5729]

It was an wisdom tooth pain they said ...

[@amandafarrah6255]

I currently have closed lock jaw 2 weeks now no pain and i can eat i have bad headache's seen my ortho and they recommended botox injections too relax my jaw muscles said after they recommend a night guard and will have too pop it back if the injections dont help. Is that a good route too go

[@theTMJdoc]

I really cannot recommend a good route over the internet and without examining you. We treat a closed lock with orthotics, myofascial release, and osteopathic manual jaw manipulation.

[@ledbytheflame4158]

Hi Priya, will the jaw come unlocked with orthotics alone? Mine locked 6 weeks ago and mu dentist TMJ specialist is getting me on an orthotic but doesn't implement jaw manipulation or myofacial massage. He said as the muscles relax and joints heal the disc will go back into place.

[@theTMJdoc]

I haven’t seen it happen with orthotics alone. But that doesn’t mean it’s not possible.

[@yaderilopez6362]

What if the locking is now and off? Sometimes I have it locked (less than 2 fingers) for days or for a few hours.

[@theTMJdoc]

This typically means the disc is unstable.

[@RajivSatyal]

Such helpful info. Thank you!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re so welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@clairedulay3325]

Hello po ...im lockjaw how to realiaze the lockjaw?

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I don’t understand your question..?

[@mariagiles6989]

Thanks for these videos. I am a dentist with this problem 6 weeks ago. I am hypermobile. I seek help and TMJ specialist said disc will go back on its own if keep muscles relaxed. I was not happy with that. Will seek another opinion. Just wondering if botox will be helpful to help recapture the disc?

[@theTMJdoc]

No I don’t think Botox will be helpful in recapturing the disk unfortunately.

[@mariagiles6989]

I don’t know what else to do. TMJ specialist here said will go back on its own. If I keep muscles relaxed during the day. Will get another opinion. The strange thing is that I don’t deviate on opening. Initially though it was muscular as from one finger opening went to 3 in a week. But still in pain and feel restriction on the left and muscle tension. Thanks for replying. Will watch your videos. I have always wanted to learn more about this for my patients. Never knew where to start.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@mariagiles6989 I have a webinar available online for purchase and I’m doing another one this coming Thursday.. lmk if you’re interested and I can send you the links!

[@amitjeph269]

How was your condition now of tmj

[@mariagiles6989]

@@amitjeph269 better, looms splint has been a miracle

[@shreeyagorasia7687]

I think I have a locked jaw. It feels like a line of muscle or something in my left side of the jaw which after opening feels like it's about to rip. It gets really stiff as well. I have had clicking before this past month but once I open really wide it doesn't hurt. Right now I can't open my mouth that much. I am stuck in this position and can't seem to get it back to normal. Do you have any tips?

[@theTMJdoc]

Locked jaw is the most difficult condition to treat. You can try the tmj exercises and muscle releases I have in my KZbin playlist called “tmj exercises/muscle releases.”

[@shreeyagorasia7687]

@@theTMJdoc ok thank you

[@theTMJdoc]

@@shreeyagorasia7687 good luck! Seeing a TMJ Dentist or TMJ Physical Therapist will likely be helpful as well! :)

[@user-uw6hj4bg5e]

Mam🙏can you please suggest some tmj specialist like you in India (chennai) for treating this...thanks in advance🙏

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I don't know anyone there.

[@r.g.36]

Hello Doctor. Can I ask you do you consider the lack of overall pain, reduced mouth opening (2 fingers) and mouth shifting slightly to a side when opening the mouth, clenching teeth when focused and pain only when chewing or trying to open the mouth a bit wider TMJ disorder symptoms? I've read that it could also be a stress or muscle strain related problem rather than dental, is that true?

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes I’d still consider that tmjd.

[@Anonymous-146]

Could you share your tips or skills how to do jaw manipulation and physical therapy? That would be awesome.

[@theTMJdoc]

I cannot easily share that over the internet. All of it is very technique sensitive and if done incorrectly can cause harm. It took me a year of hands-on training with my mentor to learn that. So no I cannot share that.

[@jennifersimeone4942]

These videos are very helpful! I started with popping and intermittent locking and pain with eating. Eventually just locked but always enough to eat. I was sent to a surgeon, never a tmj specialist. I was given a mouthgaurd from my regular dentist which made things worse, then got a mouth gaurs from the surgeon which was alot more comfortable but i dont know that it really helped. I saw multiple PTs which helped only slightly . I never went to a tmj specialist and i wish i did. I got pregnant and the pain got better but i still couldnt open my mouth and ive been that way for at least a year and a half. The pain is starting to come back but not a whole lot and it feels more muscular, not in the joint. Im hesitant to do anything because im Afraid it will get worse. But i am going to see a few specialists to get opinions on what to do because now its effecting my chewing /swallowing and i have frontal neck pain now. Do u have any advice? Do u ever recommend surgery? If you know of anyone good in Massachusetts let me Know! Thank you

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there..sorry to hear you're going through this. A locked jaw is the most difficult to treat and there is typically a 6 month window of opportunity to treat this successfully. Having said that, I have treated patients who have been locked for a few years and it takes skill, time and patience. I would not recommend surgery as there is no guarantee that it will get you out of pain. As for Massachussets, Dr. Konstantin Ronkin and Dr. Evetta Swartzman come recommended - they are both in Canton. I'm not familiar with their exact methods. Good luck!

[@jennifersimeone4942]

I actually live in canton and have an appointment with them coming up. Ive also heard dr mehregan is very good in stoughton. Pain really isnt a huge issue. Its more that i have a significant bite change (at least it feels significant). And i am unable to chew certain foods. I also get a lot of muscle tightness in the front of my throat which also makes it hard to eat. And i gulp really loudly with swallowing. Thank you for your advice

[@theTMJdoc]

@@jennifersimeone4942good luck!

[@amitjeph269]

How was your condition now

[@jennifersimeone4942]

Basically the same. Im currently using an orthotic and getting tens treatments, chiropractor work and just started myo therapy.

[@Counselorgavrila]

Hi Doc, This is so informative! I’ve been experiencing a very settle pop for some time, there is no pain, jaw does not deviate, and my bite doesn’t feel off. I have however experienced locking once when I used those nightguards that can be found at a pharmacy🤦🏻‍♀️ this was about a year ago and lasted for about 3 days with no pain. Right now, I’m 6 months into having braces and just got them tightened (this is the third time they’ve been tightened) at my last visit. This caused my jaw to lock, I’m currently on day five of having it locked, with no pain. I’ll be visiting a TMJ specialist this week to help get it unlocked. How sever would you say my condition is? Do you believe it is chronic?

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear you're going through this. I don't feel comfortable commenting on the severity of your condition without examining you in person. If you would like to discuss your specific condition more, you can set up a Zoom Meeting with me by emailing [e-mail]

[@heyheykaykay1]

Do people have to wear the mouth pieces for the rest of their lives?

[@theTMJdoc]

Typically the nighttime one, yes. Not the daytime

[@heyheykaykay1]

@@theTMJdoc last question - so the question was for my mother. She is older and she had a tooth pulling about 2 weeks ago and since then she has been struggling to open her mouth. It's not clicking but it's hard for her to open her mouth. We don't know what to do, we went back to the dentist they said they never seen anything like this and said it's probably lock jaw and gave her muscle relaxers for her to take 3 times a day. What should we do? I wish we were in your state 😔, we would just come to you. I'm looking for nearby doctors who help with this but not sure what the best thing to do for her to regain full range of motion and to be able to open her mouth fully. Can you please suggest something? 🙏🏾

[@smoothbanana]

Any thoughts on this technique: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6vJknmtaJyEiNU

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for the video recommendation.

[@christianskrianz6127]

I can't believe how beautiful you are ❤

[@theTMJdoc]

Wow thank you!