November 8th, 2009
Author: Admin
Hi, A few days ago I go woken up by my teeth grinding and being locked together, and when I open my mouth my right side of my jaw felt like it had been dislocated, and started clicking and like popping in and out of place, up and down and side to side, I researched abit and kept coming back to something called TMJ, I’m not sure if this is what I have, because I don’t have the symptoms of bad neck and back pains, and it doesn’t hurt, it’s just really annoying have my jaw clicking and popping, so I watched some massage videos and played around with the jaw, and it stopped on one side, then the other side of my jaw started clicking, but in a different place like under my ear, so I could hear it. I am really scared about sleeping, so I’ve stayed awake for 3 days now, because I’m scared of being woken up by my teeth grinding together and my jaw being locked.
I really don’t want this to ruin my life, is there any advice/help anyone could give me about this?
I’ve got a doctors appointment later today, I’m nervous about them saying I have TMJ and I heard there is no cure for it, and I’d be stuck with a jaw that locks in and out of place by itself, and constant clicking and popping of my jaw.
This is a nightmare for me as I am a vocalist of a Deathcore band, and I’m worried it will affect my Vocals.
Some say the cause of this jaw clicking is stress or depression, but I’m really not that depressed or stressed :/
Please help, Thank you.
xmitzeyx@hotmail.com
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TMJ disorder is what it is really called. TMJ is just the joint, temporal-mandibular joint. It isn’t the end of the world. It can happen spontaneously, after trauma or with repetitive clenching and grinding of the teeth or chewing tough foods or chewing gum. Sometimes the cartlidge between the upper and lower jaw can slip out making it difficulty to open or close the mouth, causing it to lock. It can cause pain in the joint, earaches or headaches. Your dentist should be able to prescribe a treatment that will help you. Try not to clench your teeth. Don’t chew gum or tough meats. If you feel that familiar pain, relax your jaw. Let it drop like you are saying OMG! but keep your lips closed. I have had it for years and I was told I would need splint therapy and surgery. Not for me. I did opt for braces, and that corrected my bite. I still have the crackling or popping, but I essentially have no pain for over 15 years. Don’t open your mouth quite so wide with singing. Just a few millimeters can make a difference and that won’t be noticeable with the way your voice is projected.
Your description sounds like TMJ, but even though there is no cure you can live a relatively normal life with this disorder. It should not affect your vocals. Try using an over the counter night guard for your teeth to help prevent tooth grinding when you sleep and see if that helps.
TMJ refers to the tempromandibular joints, which are the joints of the jaw that connect the lower jaw bone (mandible) to the skull. These joints allow us to open and close our mouths, chew our food, and speak to one another (or ourselves). A TMJ disorder is any condition which interferes with these actions. Teeth grinding, teeth and jaw clenching, and locked jaw are some examples of conditions which relate to TMJ disorders.
TMJ disorders are sometimes difficult to diagnose, as there are many different causes for these conditions. TMJ disorders are most commonly caused by muscle tension in the jaw, perhaps due to increased stress and anxiety, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, or excessive chewing. Some other habits may be linked to TMJ disorders, such as consistently sleeping on one side of the jaw, chewing a lot of gum, or overextension of the jaw.
Other causes of TMJ disorders may be misaligned jaw joints or teeth, either due to structural problems with the jaw or teeth (such as a birth defect or scar tissue), or due to an injury to the jaw or surrounding areas. Other conditions such as arthritis may also lead to TMJ disorders.
If left untreated, these disorders can lead to headaches, earaches, joint and muscle pain (especially in the face, neck, and shoulders), loss of sleep, locked jaw, difficulty opening and closing the mouth, a clicking sound in the jaw, and/or limited movement of the head and neck.
Many people experience some of these problems and, most of the time, minor problems with the TMJ will correct themselves over time. They may reappear down the road, but the condition will not normally get any worse. However, some people suffer chronically from TMJ disorders, and must receive some type of treatment to deal with the pain and discomfort they may experience.
One of the best treatment options for teeth grinding, clenching, and other TMJ disorders are the use of dental mouth guards or splints. These custom-made guards are provided by your dentist and are used to relieve tension on the jaw during sleep. They help prevent teeth grinding and, if used regularly, can help curtail these nocturnal habits. Two common types of these guards are full upper mouth guards, which fit over all of the upper teeth, or NTIs, which are worn around only the top front teeth and have a high success rate stopping clenching.
Other methods to help treat TMJ disorders are available, and the best method really depends on the exact cause/s of the disorder. If high stress or anxiety levels are to blame, then stress management techniques may be the best line of defense. If the problem is due to structural problems with the teeth or jaw, then dental adjustments may bring these problems to an end. No matter what the cause, applying soothing heat to the area is often helpful, as well. Consult your dentist to find out what steps can be taken to help treat any TMJ disorders you may be suffering from.
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Sounds like TMJ to me. It’s a royal pain to have, and you’re right- there isn’t any way to cure it. But you do have all the call signs- the clicking jaw, grinding teeth, locking of your mouth, etc. Best you can do is to try and not use it a lot, and to relax your muscles in your face as often as possible., I’m not sure how you’ll make it work with being a vocalist, other than to make sure you’re careful with what you do when you’re not singing. But I’m pretty sure it’s TMJ.