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Temporomandibular Joint Disorder/TMJ Restoration Surgery

Posted by Bobbi Dawn Semore @mizbbd, Apr 16, 2024

Has anyone had restoration surgery of their jaw, caused by TMD/temporomandibular joint disorder A.K.A. TMJ disorder? If so, would you please share your experience?
I’ve been given the option, and my impulsivity trait wants to scream YES. After 30 plus years of suffering; limited movement and pain everyday, I still want to weigh out my ALL my options. TIA

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euniceg | @euniceg | Jul 18, 2024
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Looking for anyone who has had tmj treatment at Mayo. Thanks.

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I have not had TMD or TMJ diagnoses. However, if I have a dental appointment, I often have jaw pain from having my mouth open so long. My dentist suggested asking my chiropractor about it. I did, and he adjusted my jaw which was a very unique experience. He said he has worked with people diagnosed with TMJ. He is trained in the Gonstead approach to chiropractic, so I don't know if chiropractors who graduate from a different program would be as able and/or willing to do so. I live in a relatively small town and most of the health-related professionals are very supportive of each other; hence, I found out something I would never have known otherwise.

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8ea | @8ea | Jul 19, 2024
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Looking for anyone who has had tmj treatment at Mayo. Thanks.

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A small, noncancerous growth was pushing my Jaw to one side and I couldn’t open my mouth very much so that it was difficult to eat. I had to have a biopsy on the growth with a good result, thank goodness. However, they still believed that my jaw had to be replaced and the growth removed. I had the surgery 14 years ago and have had no problems since then. If you’re having pain, I would recommend the surgery, but I would make sure the dentist has experience with this surgery. The operation was performed in the hospital with one over night stay and no pain afterwards, but you have to eat a soft menu for a few days.

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hanzo | @hanzo | Jul 31, 2024
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@euniceg

I have not had TMD or TMJ diagnoses. However, if I have a dental appointment, I often have jaw pain from having my mouth open so long. My dentist suggested asking my chiropractor about it. I did, and he adjusted my jaw which was a very unique experience. He said he has worked with people diagnosed with TMJ. He is trained in the Gonstead approach to chiropractic, so I don't know if chiropractors who graduate from a different program would be as able and/or willing to do so. I live in a relatively small town and most of the health-related professionals are very supportive of each other; hence, I found out something I would never have known otherwise.

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Thank you! Interesting new info to ck out.

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toniwah1 | @toniwah1 | Dec 18, 2024
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@dawntomlin

I had it done twice, after the first procedure didn’t help, and I would do it again!
It was no decision for me, as I couldn’t open my mouth enough to eat. I was 55 at the time, but had symptoms for 30 years. Very quick and simple, with no down time.
Relief is in your future.

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Please tell me where did you have it done I'm in excruciating pain and I have not been able to find a surgeon to alleviate this disc that is gone from my jaw I'm not able to find a surgeon that can fix the pain

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