Guest guest Posted January 11, 2005 Report Share Posted January 11, 2005 I am a 20 year old awaiting upper jaw surgery in May. I'm mainly doing this because of the TMJ pain that I've had for a year now. I'm hearing a lot of stories about people who have TMJ pain even after surgery, in some cases, more pain. Can anyone tell me how frequent this is. Also, would it be a good idea to protect my TMJ joints from deterioration by talking less, eating only soft foods, and overall using my mouth less? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2005 Report Share Posted January 14, 2005 Hi, Talk with your surgeon. I think, generally speaking (and I'm not an expert), that nobody gives any guarantee about the TMJ. It could be improved with surgery (common), it could be made worse (not as common). For most of us, it's worth the risk that it will get better. On your second question, I would ask your surgeon also. If doing what you've describes lessens your pain, then by all means, do so. Hope that helps, SUsan > > I am a 20 year old awaiting upper jaw surgery in May. I'm mainly > doing this because of the TMJ pain that I've had for a year now. > I'm hearing a lot of stories about people who have TMJ pain even > after surgery, in some cases, more pain. Can anyone tell me how > frequent this is. Also, would it be a good idea to protect my TMJ > joints from deterioration by talking less, eating only soft foods, > and overall using my mouth less? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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