To-Jennifer (OHJELJ) - TMJ Disorder -TemporoMandibular Joint Message Board

Jill J · 06-14-2003, 05:43 AM

Hi Jennifer,
I was reading your post on the surgery and thank you for writing it as I think that's my next step. Right now I have to have $6,000 worth of dental work done, all out of pocket (Thank God for family)then will have to make that decision. My question is: Do you still wear a splint or has the surgery resolved everything?

Thanks, Jill

OHJELJ · 06-18-2003, 01:15 PM

Sorry Jill, I've been out of pocket for a while...I do wear a splint now, but only at night to keep from grinding my teeth...the PT has removed all other problems....

The surgery was a godsend both times...I know that sounds ridiculous to say both times, but considering I had ten years in between surgeries and no other problems besides some minor muscle issues when I overdid it, I'd say things have been just fine!

I still have no perforations to my disks and good bone health besides some minor wearing due to age...surgery can be a valid decision for someone who has the same type of problems that I had!

Hope this helps! Let me know if I can answer any other questions! Good luck with the dental work! Remember, the slower the better!

Jennifer

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OHJELJ · 06-23-2003, 02:53 PM

Jill,

Hope the first stage of your dental work is going well! Good luck!
Jennifer

OHJELJ · 06-23-2003, 02:54 PM

Hate it when it puts it in twice! Sorry!

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Jill J · 06-23-2003, 06:32 PM

thanks Jennifer......I started the first root canal and so far so good. I go back this Thursday for more stuff..........So I'm trying to stay positive..........thanks again, Jill