Releasing the Sternocleidomastoid - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc)

Hello Friends! In this video, I review how to release the sternocleidomastoid muscle (aka the SCM). This muscle is a big and important muscle in the neck, especially when it comes to the range of motion and function of the neck. When the SCM is overused and when it becomes dysfunctional, it can lead to neck pain, jaw pain, and headaches.
If you can release the SCM successfully, you can help to release tension and fibrotic areas that have built up within this muscle which will, in turn, help to relieve symptoms of neck pan, jaw pain, and/or headaches. Please watch and enjoy! Feel free to reach out with any questions or comments.
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This channel is all about TMJ disorders - what they are, how they manifest, what to do about them and how they relate to other issues that may be going unnoticed in the body such as tongue tie, sleep apnea, ADHD, and more! I will also be posting about being a dentist and a working mommy to two wonderful children. Thank you and I hope you enjoy my videos!

[@JoeyCahan]

Thank you! This seems to be a lot of my jaw issues lately. Stretches and exercises weren’t helping I was in so much pain. Yet, the thumb down the SCM muscle is my savior! Thank you!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re very welcome!!

[@jayapatil6079]

Dr.Priya, Thank you very much for the information on Releasing the Sternocleidomastoid. Love your presentation skills.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@sharongraff5578]

God Bless You Beautiful One ! Much needed. Thankful, finding you after much physical therapy, no one taught me this. 6 level spinal fusion, this is so comforting. My spinal fusion was a success, but need this daily.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you and I’m so glad to have helped you! 🤍

[@Reamigullas]

I have pain right now in my left side of the jaw😭 I am glad I found your channel! ❤️

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m glad you found it too!

[@jacelad4811]

Excellent information and demonstration, thank you!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! 😊

[@musictherapy84]

Dr Priya. Thank you so much for such a great video .I have had this pain for weeks, and the doctors wouldn't really care. After watching your video and doing the exercises I am feeling much better ❤❤

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m so glad you’re feeling better!

[@jeananderson1598]

Another great video. Thank you!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!!! 😊

[@bw8669]

Wow that provided a lot of relief. Thank you 😊

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!! Don’t forget to Subscribe!

[@deniseherud]

This is great-especially the pinching👍🏻 I’ve been having the trifecta of muscle wonkyness-tmj pain, trapezius pain, and the SCM muscle pain. I didn’t get how they were all related but totes makes sense now. Everything feels better but the SCM is still way knotty. I’ll keep trying this, and maybe get a good massage too. Ty for great info!

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!!

[@SandySoundy0819]

@@theTMJdoc how long should we do this ( 2 to 3 times in the sense)

[@nuur2365]

A Good massage thank you

[@truthwillsetyoufree2024]

This one I know I've had problems with in the past but I didn't know it can affect the TMJ. I really liked the exercise where you run your finger down and go all the way to the clavicle. Thank you so much for posting these videos and also your awesome personality that shines through it and makes it such a joy to watch Even though most of us are in pain and just praying This pain would end 😎

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for your kind words Johnathan! 🙏🏼

[@sharminrahmantania1737]

I have all the tmj symptoms also I feel a bone or something hard lump right between the muscle and lower way when I move my neck certain way ..going crazy over it is this normal or no plz tell me

[@theTMJdoc]

@@sharminrahmantania1737 I can’t tell you anything without examining you in person. Sorry.

[@rajwardhanbhamare]

Best explanation doctor 👍🏻

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@KennyGuyte]

Learned something new thanks.🙏🏾❤️👍

[@theTMJdoc]

You are so welcome

[@christianpaulcane2924]

Thank you so much Doc. That's help me alot 😢

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@scousehouse9080]

This is interesting. I've suffered with TMJD for 6 years. Tried all kinds of treatment. One time I tried low level laser therapy which wasn't achieving any results until the physiotherapist placed the laser wand onto the middle part of my SCM. A few seconds later I felt a release near my jaw joint, almost like a rope knot being untied. Immediately I could open my jaw much wider. Unfortunately it seized up again within a few hours, which may have been due to muscle memory.

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear it seized up again! Yes muscle memory can be powerful.

[@mjau1760]

Train the muscle, trust me.

[@vivaansharma1570]

@@mjau1760 how to train the muscle?

[@user-el9qi4ej8l]

dear priya, your videos are very well. thanks for the informations !

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! Please do subscribe!

[@shine-nm6de]

I am facing the same pain these days and no solution was found , I definitely will try this as you explained in this video.. thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! Hope it helps.

[@garyhuntsr71698]

pleasantly effective, thanks a lot...😄

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome ! Don’t forget to Subscribe!! 😊🙏🏼

[@melodine3046]

Thanks soo much !

[@theTMJdoc]

You're welcome!

[@gnanakumaridavid1801]

Very very useful video My thanks and regards

[@theTMJdoc]

You're welcome!

[@Anonymous-vk5bt]

This one is Awesome!

[@theTMJdoc]

Great I’m glad!!

[@mariabarrios6727]

I moved funny and had pain there but this helped me a bit thank you

[@theTMJdoc]

you're welcome!

[@Defnotforthat]

I am happy to find your channel, thank you for sharing! I am looking for answers how to help myself with anterior disc dislocation on both sides , abnormal appearance of anterior bands and loss of the normal bowtie morphology. The ears are super tight because of it, the ringing is bad, and shoulders are very achy☹️

[@theTMJdoc]

Have you seen a TMJ dentist or physical therapist? Osteopaths can be helpful too!

[@drrampershadgaarg2494]

You are best 😊

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@beetlebe5001]

My scm muscles on both sides have been painful for 3 months now. My range of motion is really limited and friends have to hug me gently. I will try your techniques.

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that! I hope this helps

[@noellabert1363]

This was so helpful. Thank you! think my tight traps contribute to this muscle being right too.

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! Glad it helped!

[@noellabert1363]

I meant tight too!

[@hinaynihorvath3926]

Priya thank you 💐

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@sakura118]

Thanks for the tips I have SCM Syndrome. Pinching helps

[@theTMJdoc]

Happy to help!

[@tonysaviano]

Hello sweety Priya. I enjoyed your adviceds. Sterno it's an italian term, I knowned it becaause I'm from Italy. Thank yuo so much

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@SleepyGrandpaJoe]

Great video. Thanks for doing these. Can the SCM cause tinnitus as well? I feel like every time I turn my head back or lateral, one ear slightly rings.

[@theTMJdoc]

It’s hard to say. The causes of tinnitus are multi factorial and it doesn’t respond predictably to treatment.

[@SleepyGrandpaJoe]

@@theTMJdoc thank you.

[@lilacue118]

Are you still experiencing the tinnitus when turning??

[@SleepyGrandpaJoe]

@@lilacue118 yes I am

[@user-of5ho1vx3t]

Thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@JoseLopez-wx1xi]

Great video, I have a question I am wondering if this might be the issue. I am getting slight headaches in the left side of the back of my head. In addition it feels like an ear infection type of pain. Usually the pain happens simultaneously. Ive had this pain daily now for 8 months. Any thoughts.

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch these videos as they go over ear pain and headaches in detail: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJ_KZKeje6-Ders kzbin.info/www/bejne/inLZk6ivbM2pbsU

[@user-fc2mi8ns1e]

Hi Doctor, thanks for this. Do you recommend dry needling for this muscle release. I have severe pain in scm on both sides and i believe this radiates to my ears. Trying to get it released.

[@theTMJdoc]

I don’t have a lot of experience with dry needling.. sorry!

[@shantanupoddar193]

Could you please tell me what would be best video to watch in terms of exercises under your playlist for pain in left jaw and pain below ears. Thanks in advance!

[@theTMJdoc]

Probably “tmj pain relief - home remedies”

[@shantanupoddar193]

@@theTMJdoc thank you.!

[@RP-mm9ie]

Thanks 😅

[@theTMJdoc]

You're welcome!

[@CopperfireSparkle]

Thank you so much for this video! Running the thumb down the SCM just gave me a bit of relief 🙏 Can tension in the SCM from TMJD cause trouble with the swallow too?

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome and yes! Don’t forget to Subscribe 🤍😊

[@dlee4093]

Thank you for these exercises. They seem to be helping. I do have a question: The left SCM (the problem side) is larger than the right side. Have you seen this before? Thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes I’ve seen this with SCMs and with masseters quite frequently actually.

[@GoldenAgeGuidance]

My SCM is swollen...i work out often and in great shape! I am being treated for a lip infection (never squeeze a pimple folks!) its almost resolved, but of course my anxiety has the best of me. I deadlifted and worked out HARD this week at the gym. Have neck and shoulder issues (impingement) on same side...would these also work for the inflammation? thank you!

[@theTMJdoc]

They could! :)

[@ikegingrich]

Excellent--This lady who is certified in these techniques here in Fort Worth ( NT Heath Center ) told me how to position my thumb inside my upper mouth and used my index finger to pinch the muscle but I have a hard time finding the right place to place my thump inside my mouth and pinch. Every time I swallow, I feel pain in different degrees inside my ear which makes sense in ur video. Do u think her techniques is better or yours or to do they accomplish teh same result--yours looks easier. The lady at the health center is the only person I know who does what u do. I'm very poor aka indigent and medicare (77) so I get medicare coverage from her but dentist don't cover anything. I get real upset over the pain which makes things worse. I take Meloxicam (15mg) and 1/2 of a 500 mg of Robaxin at night. Your video was insightful and informative. Thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I have no idea if her techniques are better than mine 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@rachidsebbar5718]

Did it dear dr but didn’t work mine caused from stress had it for 12 years can’t sleep without taking the pills it’s connected with ringing an my left ear -please help if you got some more tips !GOD bless you

[@theTMJdoc]

Unfortunately I don't have tips for ear ringing. Best of luck to you!

[@user-Abdulkawi]

Dear Dr. Priya, I thank you for your wonderful information, but I have a question that was asked to you previously. I have a patient who underwent radiotherapy in the neck as a result of having cancer in the neck, and now he is complaining of severe spasm in the muscles of the face and neck, including SCM when examined, stiff like a rock. My question is what is the appropriate treatment in this case? That the patient is unable to open the mouth except a little and can only eat liquids. With my sincere love and appreciation to you❤

[@theTMJdoc]

I cannot really give advice on how to treat your patient over the internet. I will have courses coming out that you can take in the next few years.

[@user-Abdulkawi]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you Dr Priya With all due respect and appreciation to you 💓

[@theTMJdoc]

@@user-Abdulkawi you’re welcome!

[@zyci]

I read that this muscle can cause double & dimmer vision as well as nasal congestion on the affected side, do you know this to be true ?

[@theTMJdoc]

I don’t know this to be true but that doesn’t mean it’s not :)

[@amsimon33]

Any suggestions for how to move towards re-balancing neck/back/body when the SCM on one side was removed in an operation?

[@theTMJdoc]

Physical therapy with a PRI (postural restoration institute) physical therapist may be a good place to start.

[@aniceputty1549]

I will continue to use these techniques. I had mastoid surgery as a child. Now occasionally this muscle goes into a spasm or seizure and causes great pain that lasts a couple of minutes. They have prescribed muscle relaxers but they make me sleepy. Hope this helps me.

[@theTMJdoc]

I hope it helps you too! 🙏🏼🤍

[@mukool7477]

Hi priya... My left scm is paining from 2 weeks bcoz of swimming🏊 and sudden jerks while breathing... As a vocalist I am not even able to sing or practise 🙁.... An ent referrrd me to orthopedic and he gave me some vitamins and an ointment... I'll surely try these....

[@theTMJdoc]

Best of luck to you!

[@ahmdnaube3745]

Can the SCM pain trigger if the lower jaw is little far backward then the upper jaw. I mean Overbite. This overbite occurred after a session of tooth removal from my upper jaw, 2 teeth were removed from front both sides and a transparent brace was installed inside the lower jaw. I think because i kept that bracket for too long without visiting my dentist that mis alignment happened. Then i threw away that brace.

[@theTMJdoc]

A lot of things can trigger SCM pain :) it’s hard for me to say what specifically triggered yours.

[@NeelSea]

I have dizziness from my SCM and also pain on left side occipital area. How can I do this to the clavicular division as well? I’ve worked the sternal part a lot but feel my symptoms may mostly bc coming from clavicular side since I also feel pull on clavicle. Thank you!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Besides the information in this video, I don’t have any other suggestions. You may want to consult with a PRI (Postural Restoration Institute) Physical Therapist.

[@NeelSea]

@@theTMJdoc thank you. I’ve had a hard time finding any PT’s that know much about the SCM

[@mamatapandey6073]

@@NeelSea how is it now?

[@mustuploadtoo7543]

I have a question - when I life my head and look at the ceiling I have stretching sensation in my joint and along the back of my ear? Should I stretch this - it doesnt affect the other side of my face. Thanks

[@theTMJdoc]

I cannot make suggestions without evaluating you in person. Sorry.

[@mustuploadtoo7543]

@@theTMJdoc ok thanks anyway

[@lilacue118]

This happens to me too! Do you feel like a vibration? Are you still experiencing this?

[@Lia-sp7ey]

hi! i was wondering if you can help me🥺 my right masseter is so tense like rock solid and my left one is really under developed, this makes my face asymmetrical (my nose and lips especially) i would really appreciate if you could give me some advice on growing my left side and relaxing my right side. also which side should i sleep on ?

[@theTMJdoc]

I wish there was a way you could "grow" one side predictably but I don't know of one. You can shrink the muscle with a series of Botox injections, but there's no telling how much it will shrink so it may still end up uneven. As for which side to sleep on, it doesn't really matter.

[@Lia-sp7ey]

@@theTMJdoc i want to get botox but im a minor :)))

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@kathiealej320]

Thanks for this. Really helped me a lot because I feel sore all the time around that area. I had a tmj dentist done a splint 3 years ago. I wore it for a month and it increased my dizziness so I stopped wearing it and stopped going to her because she said what I'm feeling is all in the mind :( Now I'm feeling worse. I have this spinning sensation that doesn't stop even if I lie down and muscle twitching all over my body. I have gone to different doctors as well. Had multiple tests done such as Brain Ct scan, MRI on the neck. Results are normal. I'm so confused now as to where else to go. Should I go back to a tmj specialist? Would you say that my symptoms are tmjd related? Thanks for your time.

[@theTMJdoc]

It's really hard for me to say if the symptoms are TMJD related without examining you in person. I would recommend seeing a TMJ Dentist or TMJ Physical Therapist.

[@kathiealej320]

@@theTMJdoc Thanks!! :)

[@theTMJdoc]

@@kathiealej320 you’re welcome!

[@robinrevanth]

Have you recovered buddy?

[@michelemckune3809]

Try cranial sacrial therapy. It has helped me a lot. You can usually find a therapist where they are doing massage.

[@shaviraahsharma7864]

Hii mam if u know about suprahyoid muscle tension .....then plz tell me how to release .....my suprahyoid muscle is like clenched ,pain, under chin like feel tight, hard...problem in swallowing , speaking, etc..........iam very iritated of this problem because iam an artist singer......but this problem for me like hell....i can't sing proper...plz tell me what can i do 🙏

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry I don't have a solution for that. I'd recommend seeing a provider who does craniosacral therapy!

[@SecretStocks]

PHENOMENAL111111111111111111

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@jonathanbirley6022]

I have quite a wide neck corcumference and the muscle doesnt reveal itself like on your neck. What technique do you reccommend to locate it?

[@theTMJdoc]

there's a bony hump behind our earlobes. That's where the muscle starts. You can try to feel/grasp it from there. but be gentle! :)

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a muscular hump in the tibia on the right side from the top behind the ear, extending slightly downward ​@@theTMJdoc

[@kylewaddington1983]

Happy New Year

[@theTMJdoc]

Happy New Year!

[@funnyeos7082]

Hello Priya Ma'am.. Very Good & informative video.. Ma'am only my left SCM is visible & is way more prominent than the right one.. what can be the reason behind it & how it can be cured Ma'am? Thanks in advance..

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I don't have a solution for that.

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@khaledalghamdi7524]

Same it feels like am having a tumour there bit mri showed nothing

[@alstondsouza4]

I got this this complianctions ( Surgical fibrosis in phayrx upto hyoid bone ) styloidtecomy post tonsilectomy coblation surgury i tried all phiso , Neuro , ent and omf, USG GUIDED DRY NEEDLING nothing works 🙃🙃🥺✌️

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that!

[@angelaabbruzzese225]

When I press on that muscle it refers pain to my shoulder. As that normal?

[@theTMJdoc]

That can happen yes

[@brillyanse]

I hate this muscle it hurts so bad 😢

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this!

[@user-jf7gw7on5d]

Me too

[@honeybee-in9jp]

approch a surgeon and remove it

[@biancasowesscoast6465]

@@honeybee-in9jp😂😂😂😂

[@tapsubscribe]

Is it safe to not only pinch the scm but pinch and twist it? Also is it possible to apply to much pressure and pass out by doing this?

[@theTMJdoc]

I would not recommend twisting it

[@tapsubscribe]

@@theTMJdoc I usually pinch and twist when I self-massage, is twisting harmful in general? I feel it much more that way (when I self-massage in general). Thank you Dr.!

[@tapsubscribe]

@@theTMJdoc Is twisting harmful? It helps me release tension, but I'm not sure if I damage anything on the way.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@tapsubscribe Again - I would not recommend twisting

[@boomerang-digital8514]

my left sternocleidomastoid is constantly rock hard to the touch and my right is soft. why would this be?

[@theTMJdoc]

Typically we all have a dominant side in terms of where we store tension, just like we have a dominant hand.

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@travisprice7499]

Can people be dizzy if there is tightness or disfunction, and if so, would these moves help?

[@theTMJdoc]

The dizziness can come from a few different things and this may help.

[@travisprice7499]

Thanks so much, I really appreciate your response and look forward to being a new sub!

[@theTMJdoc]

@@travisprice7499 thanks!!! 🙏🏼

[@newlinnishia3868]

Can this muscle pain radiate to shoulder, rib cage area and down up to the hip/pelvis?

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes!

[@newlinnishia3868]

@@theTMJdoc Thanks for the kind reply. Its helpful!

[@charithacherry9521]

Please tell how do we treat it doctor

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch this video and lmk if you have any questions kzbin.info/www/bejne/n3eQnpykZtZlaq8

[@juliebellelim3532]

Most of my facial pain happens about 1.5 hours after I sleep. I wake up and it is painful. Why is that?

[@theTMJdoc]

Likely because we all tend to clench/grind our teeth with more force, more frequently and for a longer duration when we’re sleeping than when we’re awake.

[@tapsubscribe]

Quick question should we do any types of these massages (temporalis, masseter, pterygoid, scm, etc.) while in a closed lock without reduction? Say is it possible that releasing them in the wrong order can worsen the lock? Thank you Dr.!

[@theTMJdoc]

I’ve never seen these muscle releases make the situation worse.

[@tapsubscribe]

@@theTMJdoc Is there a certain order in releasing these muscles? Say masseter and temporalis release before the pterygoid?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@tapsubscribe no particular order

[@tapsubscribe]

@@theTMJdoc Do you have any TMJ dentists you recommend in Calgary, Alberta, Canada? Thank you

[@tedlahm5740]

Causing vertigo (imbalance) on one side of head. (ear and muscle signal to brain)?

[@theTMJdoc]

This release is causing vertigo?

[@tedlahm5740]

@@theTMJdoc No, I have an imbalance on left side. BELIEVE the SCM is in spasm pulling on mastoid. Sending message to brain that I am on a MOVING floor. (one side) just as on a moving ship at sea.

[@Otpeeto614]

mam due to weakness of which muscle our shoulder becomes slopy?

[@theTMJdoc]

Many muscles together can cause that.

[@bounlathhansackda7079]

l have scm pain on my right.will do this dr.vedas nata rani

[@theTMJdoc]

Good luck!

[@bounlathhansackda7079]

@@theTMJdoc many thanks scm pain gone.. do you have any vedas technique vdo clip for neck spasms? .l have had this 3 yrs now and nothing seem to work. spasm is on my right side of neck. it feels like a pull release cycle and my head womble a little. but makes me feel imbalance. .it started from lifting something heavy.

[@truantkid]

Would you recommend ice or heat (or both) after these exercises? Thanks!

[@theTMJdoc]

Whichever makes it feel better. For some people, that's heat and for others it's cold :)

[@jjjj15758]

I have ear pain. How do i know if it is TMJ or ETD?

[@theTMJdoc]

Have you seen an ENT?

[@sankyj3571]

My whole right SCM muscle is a bit swollen and there’s a feeling of ear clogged, just the right side. Any idea what could it be ? Thanks in advance.

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch my video "Stuffy Ears, Vertigo, and Ear Pain Explained" to understands about the ear clogged sensation.

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a swelling of the trachea on one side behind the ear that extends to half of the neck

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that! Have you seen a doctor?

[@Farah_Hoor]

@@theTMJdoc no

[@theTMJdoc]

@@Farah_Hoor I’d recommend seeing a doctor if you have swelling in that area. It can be dangerous and potentially life threatening if you have an infection there.

[@Farah_Hoor]

@@theTMJdoc 😔💔 ok , thanks 🙏🏼

[@lavanyaraman3348]

Hello mam..im India.... I have lot of pain left side for two years jaw neck shoulder back pain continuously...I have done all kind of tested... All will be perfect.....my throat feeling tight and my breast bone will be tight feeling....what's the solution mam...

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I can’t give you a solution or advice over the internet and without examining you in person.

[@alishakhan6687]

How are u now

[@jacksmith-ok8tx]

Thanks! Btw do you suffer from tmj?

[@theTMJdoc]

I had a really mild case with clicking on my R side and jaw pain. With and orthotics, myofascial release, and jaw manipulation from my mentor, my symptoms are gone now.

[@jacksmith-ok8tx]

dock great to hear your symptoms are gone. At least you can relate to the issues your patients are having aswell.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@jacksmith-ok8tx yes! I’m glad I can relate..

[@cs292]

I’ve got a huge knot on the right side..it won’t release. Any suggestions?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'd recommend seeing a tmj dentist or tmj physical therapist.

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@johnnyadams6222]

Can this muscle cause sharp ear pain?

[@theTMJdoc]

Typically that comes from the lateral pterygoid or the deep masseter being in a dysfunctional state.

[@newts1964]

how often can you do these daily

[@theTMJdoc]

1-2 times per day :)

[@michaelmc7948]

I find it very hard to find this muscle

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this! I tried to be as clear as possible

[@jessicameso3970]

Can this muscle cause dizziness and headaches and head pressure? My scm muscle is swollen :(

[@theTMJdoc]

It can contribute to all of that yes

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@jessicameso3970]

@@Farah_Hoor yes you may! :)

[@Farah_Hoor]

@@jessicameso3970 do you have instagram

[@jessicameso3970]

@@Farah_Hoor yes! Vegaslover84 :)

[@allroadsleadtobitcoin]

Hi doc- TMJ sufferer here. About 2 years. It has been reduced a lot with night guard and I wear orthotics during the day. That brought it down 60%. Then chiropractor brought down the pain some more. I can’t seem to get over the hump though. Everyone talks about grinding and clenching especially unconsciously. I might be doing this, but don’t really catch myself doing this it all. I only have my TMJ on the right side. Do I have stress? Yeah. Can I do much about it? I think I’ve done what I can. I’m ready to accept that this will just be a part of me the rest of my life. But I’d like to make one more push somewhere to see what I can do. Live in Ohio so can’t exactly see you. Do you have any suggestions? Thanks!! Can general inflammation from diet be the true culprit of TMJ? Or do you think it’s more physiology. I could go on a extremely low inflammatory diet as a last ditch effort. Also, I’ve never had lock jaw. No weakness. No clicking. That just adds more confusion probably.

[@theTMJdoc]

What exactly are your symptoms ?

[@allroadsleadtobitcoin]

@@theTMJdoc Pain. Lots of pain after eating. Without guard I feel the need to move jaw side to side. The TMJ joint has cracked, like a knuckle. So really just pain. One of the weird symptoms is extra saliva coming from that side of the mouth. Scalloped tongue as well.

[@theTMJdoc]

Try to limit moving your jaw side to side. This is not good for the joints.

[@mindyhardy5426]

What kind of night guard do you have

[@allroadsleadtobitcoin]

@@mindyhardy5426 professional from dentist. Fits the top teeth to make separation.

[@user-fe6hb7hu3l]

Thank you very much! Very interesting and informative! It can be seen what a beautiful and smooth neck you have, the shape of your face. So the exercises work!

[@theTMJdoc]

You're welcome!

[@manojpisal]

Dear Dr. Priya mistry . Where you from...???

[@theTMJdoc]

My office is in Vancouver, Washington.

[@JackDaniels-ki5ug]

I don't have an SCM on the right side. It's missing. Non exiistent.

[@theTMJdoc]

I don't know how to respond to this!

[@JackDaniels-ki5ug]

@@theTMJdoc hahah IDK how to react to your reply either. 🥲

[@Farah_Hoor]

I have a difference in size on both sides, can I communicate with you?

[@tedlahm5740]

@@Farah_Hoor not unusual after years of holding the head to one side?

[@Farah_Hoor]

@@tedlahm5740 I don't understand you, can you explain more?

[@Bollilla38287]

My left scm is uneven I can feel it is it normal I can feel a lil stiff on my left side I have no pain

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m glad you don’t have pain!

[@romancariaga6623]

Hi same here im very worried my right smc is visible than my left, but no pain at all, my question is it normal? Or maybe a serious condition? Sometimes i am overthinking im scared...

[@Bollilla38287]

@@romancariaga6623 it’s normal you may have a flare rip check your rips to see if they are uneven I have a rip flare it’s nothing scary just do some stretches to help fix it but if ur able to see it n it hurts go see a doctor I have anxiety if I feel that something don’t feel right I start to look up on google and get all these scary information I finally did some research and I ALREADY know why I got a un even bone it’s because I have a flare rip don’t be scare

[@islakay]

gorgeous top

[@theTMJdoc]

thanks!

[@rachidsebbar5718]

Would love to got in the plane to see you after lockdown -can you gave me your address ou what’s up please !

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi! You can look up my office via my website: www.tmjdentaldoc.com

[@Hew.Jarsol]

Doesn't work, still got tinnitus.

[@theTMJdoc]

I never said this helps with tinnitus

[@humansnotai4912]

Please be careful of your carotid artery when palpating your SCM. Namaste x

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes definitely!!