“How do I get rid of ear pain from TMJ?”
I am a 28 year old female. I want to know how can I get rid of ear pain from TMJ?
4 Answers
OralandMaxillofacialSurgeonOralandMaxillofacialSurgeon
It depends on the cause. A complete work up would be needed to answer your question.
OTC pain relievers such as ibuprofen and acetaminophen may help relieve TMJ pain. Muscle relaxers may be prescribed for severe pain. In our practice, we may also recommend mouth guards to prevent teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Although the causes of TMJ disorders are often unclear, discomfort in this joint can be caused by an injury to the jaw, arthritis, teeth grinding, excessive gum chewing, or a misaligned bite. Some of these self-care remedies may help reduce soreness and tension in the joint:
-Eat soft foods
-Try relaxation techniques
-Do TMJ stretches and exercises
-Avoid chewing gum
-Avoid clenching or tensing your jaw
-Apply moist heat to the area
-Anti-inflammatory medication and muscle relaxants can also help to relieve tenderness. A mouth guard may be a treatment option if your TMJ pain is caused by teeth grinding.
-Orthodontic appliances are a great way to correct the upper and lower teeth, as misalignment can result in problems with the temporomandibular joint.
-Eat soft foods
-Try relaxation techniques
-Do TMJ stretches and exercises
-Avoid chewing gum
-Avoid clenching or tensing your jaw
-Apply moist heat to the area
-Anti-inflammatory medication and muscle relaxants can also help to relieve tenderness. A mouth guard may be a treatment option if your TMJ pain is caused by teeth grinding.
-Orthodontic appliances are a great way to correct the upper and lower teeth, as misalignment can result in problems with the temporomandibular joint.
Treat the TMJ. The pain radiates to the ear but is it coming from an inflamed jaw joint
I would consult a dentist and/or Ear, Nose, and Throat physician.
