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@Mellow7 It’s called QuickSplint. I think they have to be given by a doctor. They do have a website if you want to look into it. I’ve been wearing it 24/7 (unless eating, talking or running errands) and my jaw feels so much better. By the end of the day the pain has come back but it’s so much...

@kelpiemsp Thanks! I’ve been on it for 2 weeks already. My opening was 24mm. It feels so much better after only wearing a temporary splint for 1 night. My neck pain is gone!

@housemzk My jaw and face feel so much better after only wearing the temporary splint last night. It’s unbelievable. I’m so excited to get the real splints now! The neck pain I was having is completely gone. She did mention that. We’ll see how it goes. I’m just thrilled to be feeling...

@Mellow7 I can’t believe you have to wait that long just to get the impressions! Can you get in with someone else before then? That’s crazy. I wore the temporary splint last night and too the muscle relaxer last night and my pain is reduced by at least half. My aw feels so much better...

@Mellow7 Have you had a hearing test and the pressure checked in your ears? All mine are normal. I have the pressure and congestion in my ears too. It does equalize when I yawn but i discourage this as it can inflame and bother your jaw. My t changes too. Not morse code but it isn’t really...

@kelpiemsp and @housemzk Hey guys. Just an update. My hearing test and pressure were normal at my ENT visit. The doctor referred me to a tmj specialist and even called and got me in the next day (today) as it was acute. She did the most through diagnosis I’ve been involved in. She spent a...

@Jazzer How much melatonin do you take? It has zero effect on me unless I take 20mg or so. Like absolutely none. I tried different doses years ago and it didn’t work before the t. Tried again after t and I don’t even feel mildly relaxed until at least 20mg.

@kelpiemsp You are so lucky to have that university nearby! That’s awesome. I know what you mean. I attended a pool birthday party for the littles and tried wearing earplugs but was unable to have a conversation. Something I never would have thought of before. I’m going to stick it out with my...

@housemzk Well I was given temazepam as my “muscle relaxer”. I’m taking them at bedtime right now (maybe about 5 nights in a row) but it’s a benzo so I’m going to talk to the ENT on Wed about trying something else. I’d like to try amitriptyline as it’s used as an anti depressant and a sedative...

@kelpiemsp Are you wearing a night guard? Or were you given the splints and just decided to go the pt route?

@housemzk Ok thanks. I was on prednisone for 12 days at onset. I actually just ordered turmeric curcumin. Do you take anything for pain or anxiety? We are healthy and active although it seems like anything I do hurts right now. My gp prescribed temazepam at bedtime but I’d really like to not...

@housemzk Thanks so much for those exercises! I’m sure they certainly apply to me as well. I’m glad your t and pain seems to be diminishing. I’ve been reading about noised induced t on this site and it looks like it can improve and be eliminated in time. I took a rx anti inflammatory for a few...

@kelpiemsp Also, did they give you any kind of timeline to expect results. I know these things take time.

@kelpiemsp Wow! That’s crazy. You would think a specialist would get that right. Is the university you are going to a dental school? I actually have one of those nearby but I’m not sure if they treat tmj. I’ll have to call and check. That’s great about your insurance covering the appliance. I...

@housemzk True. My dentist 15 years go told me that when I had my bite guard made (which wasn’t covered then either through different insurance). But now that my jaw seems to be locked you woukd think that would be medical? Also, I could have a disk out of place. Eh gads. How is your splint...

@housemzk Thanks for that! I hadn’t seen the one located in Mesa. I’ll call around Monday and get some consultation quotes. Ridiculous that this is considered cosmetic lol. I literally cannot eat anything that requires chewing. Thanks for responding.

I have TMJ also and I’m sure it’s the cause of my tinnitus. What kind of dentist are you guys seeing? I cannot find a tmj “specialist” that will do a consult for under $500! Long term treatment is estimated to be between $3,00--$6,000. My dental doesn’t cover tmj. I’m going to a chiropractor...

I know his is an older thread but if any of you guys are still around maybe you could answer a few questions for me. I’m sure my tinnitus is from tmj. It’s been here around 5 weeks. I was diagnosed with tmj about 15 years ago (I’m 45). It was mild and I managed it by making some lifestyle...

@astaff14 I’m so sorry! I actually bought some professional musicians earplugs from amazon for this. You might want to look into that. I ended up doing 2 rounds of prednisone. I felt like it helped somewhat, but the fullness is still there. It’s as bothersome as the t. My jaw is really...

My GP recently prescribed it for sleep/clenching and grinding. It’s a benzo and has muscle relaxant effects to it as well. I’m only on 15mg and I’ve taken it 2-3 times per week. I am discussing an anti depressant with the ENT when I go. I need something to help me get by right now. I think when...

@Mathew Gould I believe I read somewhere that it could be anywhere from 3-18 months of tmj therapy before you see results but I don’t have the source. Mine is high pitched but usually lower in the morning. Sometimes it seems to go up and down like someone is turning a dial. It definitely goes...

@Mathew Gould Those things don’t seem to make mine worse. I do drink a freaking ton of water though so maybe? I basically only drink water and 1 cup-2 cups of half caf in the morning. I had a chocolate bar the other day and it didn’t seem to do anything either. Had margaritas for cinco de mayo...

@alleycat What nasal spray were you on? I ended up having a godawful ENT and I saw my GP literally right after. He called a friend of his who is an ENT and he put me on prednisone. Which worked a little but I still have a ton of pressure/fullness. He also gave me Temazepam which works so good...

@Nocturne Good luck in dental school! Let me know if you pursue treatment for the TMJ. I definitely will be after my ENT appt and recommendations in 2 weeks. My jaw/face pain/ear fullness was crazy yesterday.

@Mathew Gould Thanks for responding. No, I can only open it maybe 50% right now. I was diagnosed with TMJ about 15 years ago and had a night guard made. Wore it for a few years, changed my habits and it improved. Had wisdom teeth pulled and they tried to reshape the night guard but it never...

@Mathew Gould How long did you wear it before you started to notice a change? I’m thinking I’m in a similar situation.

I’d like to know as well. I’m thinking of talking to my ENT about it.

@Nocturne Hi. My t sounds like yours. Pain and pressure in the jaw and face and fullness in the ears. I’ve had this for about 4 weeks now and the fullness and pain are better. I’m doing acupuncture so I’m sure it’s helped with that as well. My doctor prescribed me 2 courses of prednisone on...

Thanks for posting! I’ve only been dealing with this for 3/4 weeks and I’ve found acupuncture to be helpful as well. It can be expensive so I would advise others to give community acupuncture a try. My place offers a sliding scale fee of $15-$35. Whatever you feel like paying that day! It has...

@emmalee And if you don’t get answers or feel blown off go seek a 2nd opinion. I had a horrible ENT doctor visit last week. Told told me to buy a big fan and get used to it. That’s unacceptable. So I have another appt in 3 weeks with another ENT that my GP actually called during my visit with...

@emmalee I’m sorry about your experience this morning. I’m so glad your ENT appt is coming up. It might be helpful for you to make a list of questions and take it with you. I always forget about something I wanted to ask at any medical appt. I’m hoping this is a temporary setback for you...

@emmalee Thanks! That little guy is my everything.

@Holly1987 I do! But I’m gearing up for 100+ temps soon as I live in Phoenix, AZ. I’m only about 3 weeks in but had the best day today that I’ve had in a while. Managed to sleep in (I have a 5 year old so this is especially amazing lol), we played all day and had a visit with my parents...

@astaff14 Any relief/changes? I’m about 3 weeks in right now with the exact same issue as you. I mean exactly the same. Had a terrible ENT visit who told me to buy a fan and live with it. Went back to GP who prescribed prednisone which I’m in the middle of the 6 day dose. T seems a bit more...

@Sheamus I know this is an old thread but I’ve only had this going on for about 2 weeks. Mine is high pitched as well and I love the Rain Rain app. The crickets are the best. With sleep meds and the app I’ve been able to get a few hours for the past few nights. Has your t gone down in volume...

Hi all. Any thoughts on what’s safe to take for a headache? Over the counter? I’ve only been dealing with this for a little over 2 weeks. Exhausting day, tinnitus super loud and I’m coming unhinged. I just want to take something for pain relief, zzzquil and pass out with cricket sounds on one...

@MartinH How are you doing with the aids? Do they help with masking and making the t less noticeable? Do you have hearing loss as well. I only have a very tiny bit at high frequencies. I’ve not even had this for 2 weeks and I’m going crazy. Just wondering if you find them helpful.

How did your appt go? @Nicola8478

@anusha Thanks for the tips anusha. I really appreciate it. It’s hard because I’m not sure what caused it. Tmj? Meds? I did take an ototoxic med at a small dose for a few days but my ENT didn’t think that’s what happened. In fact, he didn’t seem to care why at all which is frustrating to me...

@Samantha R Thanks Samantha. I’m looking into pillows and pillow speakers. I’m using some over the counter sleep aids now too. I’ve had trouble falling asleep since my son was born so this definitely makes that worse. At this point I’m still hopeful it will go away or at least quiet down...

Hi all. I wanted to share my experience at my ENT visit today and ask for advice. I started hearing the tinnitus a little over a week ago. Thought it may be induced by my TMJ which is usually mild but I popped my jaw while yawning and have been under a ton of stress so I know I’d been clenching...

Thanks for this thread. I’ve only been dealing with this for a little over a week. I have my first appt with the ENT tomorrow and I’m nervous. Getting very little support from my husband and feeling very alone. Trying to stay positive.

Thanks for this thread! I’ve got my first ENT appt tomorrow (only maybe 1 week in with T that was probably brought on by TMJ). My ears are clogged and stuffy as well and I’m thinking he might suggest a round of prednisone. It’s nice to know that it helped someone. I see people talk a lot about...

@Samantha R Thanks for responding Samantha. I can’t imagine going through this with newborns and a toddler. It’s so good to hear you are in a better place. It gives me hope. I looked into the sound pillow and I see a few options on Amazon? What kind do you have? Thanks again for your response...

@Jason37 Thanks for your reply Jason. It’s amazing to me that strangers on a forum have been more supportive than my own husband. We haven’t been getting along for the last few months anyway so I’m not getting much support from him at all. Somehow I’ll manage because my son needs me. I do...

@alleycat I know this is an older thread but I was wondering about your progress alleycat? I am pretty sure I have T from TMJ as well. I’ve had a pretty mild case of it for years but yawned to wide 2 weeks ago and it popped and was very painful the day after but then got better. About 5-6 days...

@billie48 Thanks so much for your reply. Yes, that’s the only way I can get any sleep at all. I’ve put the iPad on Home & Garden (for some reason the voices are soothing and make me sleepy) or the running facet sound on a noise appt. The only problem is that my husband has trouble sleeping...

@dayma @Clark Thank you both for your replies and encouragement.

Hi everyone. I’m Stephanie. I’m very new to all of this and looking for encouragement. I have a history of TMJ. It’s been pretty mild up until 2 weeks ago when I yawned and experienced very painful popping. It was sore the next day but went away. A few days later I noticed I was starting to...