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Question:
Chronic jaw / head / neck pain: I have struggled with chronic migraine andneck pain for over 8 years.
I have tried massage, physical therapy, as well as change in diet. I have been seeing a neurologist for about 3 years and have tried many medications (blood pressure, Lyrica, antidepressants, muscle relaxers, general pain meds, etc) and have found no solid relief besides taking two Celebrex a day (works OK).
I went to a local specialist for TMJ and he said he didn't think I had any problems. I also had an MRI (nothing there). Had a splint made which made no difference, as well.
I made my own appointment to have my four wisdom teeth removed soon. I am 27. Will this help? Am I missing something? ...Visitor from ND
Answer:
I can't help but think that there is some TMJ involvement in this puzzle.
I would guess that you are clenching your teeth at night, and possibly during the day as well. I would suggest that you see another TMJ dentist for a second opinion.
Removing the wisdom teeth may help. If you are seeing an oral surgeon for this, he may have an opinion as well.
Corinne Scalzitti, DMD, MAGD
Austin Reconstructive Implant Dentistry
Texas Periolase
3900 RR 620 South
Austin, Texas TX 78738
(512) 263-3330
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