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PRP for TMJ?

Posted by nialab @nialab, Oct 21, 2023

Has anyone injected their own PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma) into their TMJ to help with Osteoarthritis? I'm almost 60. Despite wearing a nightguard since my 20's, my jaws are always sore. Recent scan shows more deterioration of my jaw bone. Doctor suggested PRP to help. I found some information about PRP for knees and shoulders but not for the jaw. Anyone have experience or knowledge about PRP for TMJ? Please share. (FYI: PRP is not covered by insurance.)

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nialab | @nialab | May 12 5:32pm

I would try it if I could for $350. My doctor wants $3,300 for one shot!

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treeshsinger | @treeshsinger | 4 days ago
In reply to @jlharsh "I have never heard of this, and intrigued. Are you doing this because of osteoarthritis or..." + (show)
@jlharsh

I have never heard of this, and intrigued. Are you doing this because of osteoarthritis or another reason? What type of professional do you go to? Hoping it all goes well for you.

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Hi - I had a PRP in my degenerating jaw about 3 years ago caused by TMJ. I’ve been wearing a mouth guard for about 20 years. The PRP showed regrowth & regeneration for a while, however in this last year it returned in a negative direction. So 2 days ago I had another PRP. However, I moved to different state where it is difficult to find doctors/dentists with knowledge of this procedure (in the jaw). He’s a dentist but I may have been his first clinic for this procedure. In the past I’ve had several prp’s in my elbow & the protocol has always been NO FISH OIL, TURMERIC or NSAIDS. He never told me not to take any of these. Infact he told me I should take ibuprofen. I can’t really remember the exact protocol when I had my first jaw PRP. I’m wondering if this dentist is just not educated enough about a PRP in the jaw. I decided not to take the ibuprofen. Does anyone have knowledge of a PRP in the jaw & its protocol?

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treeshsinger | @treeshsinger | 4 days ago
In reply to @nialab "I would try it if I could for $350. My doctor wants $3,300 for one shot!" + (show)
@nialab

I would try it if I could for $350. My doctor wants $3,300 for one shot!

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$3300 would be the correct payment for BOTH sides of your jaw.

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