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I am being treated for jaw disorder (tmj) with splint (I wear it for 24 /7) and then orthodontic treatment (i think i have overbite problem). As a symptoms my facial or jaw muscles are contracted or in spasm with neck and back problems. What should be the intensity of pressure by my upper and lower row of teeth on my tmj splint? Please give me some

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You should avoid pressure. Take precautions like not opening mouth wide, avoiding hard food and applying minimal pressure while chewing. A spasm can be relieved by applying cold compression ( ice cube ...  Read More

If TMJ disorder is causing increased pressure in the ear or a sense of clogged ears, can an ENT Specialist give me some relief from the ear issues? Even if it is arising from TMJ, can the ENT specialist prescribe me treatment to manage the ear pressure and clogged ears?

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TMJ won’t cause it ...  Read More

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I have TMJ disorder and jaw popping. I also have ringing and crackling sound in ear along with ear pressure and feeling of fullness in the ear. I would like to know, if the feeling of fullness in ear and crackling in ear is caused by TMJ only, then can an ENT doctor help me to alleviate the pressure and reduce the crackling sound, even if to provid

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You need to know TMJ problem and sounds in ear are related to each other or separate issues.If separate get proper evaluation by ENT ...  Read More

I am suffering from sinus from last 4 years currently i have sinus swelling in my eyes how to reduce the pressure and swelling.. from airways. kindly help me any otc medicine for quick relife

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Chronic rhinosinusitis needs to be evaluated in detail by diagnostic nasal endoscopy and CT scan of paranasal sinuses. If confirmed there are treatment options such as prolonged medications in the for ...  Read More

At early stage i had big problem of sinuses,block nose etc i had play with nose in this way to press the nose very tightly and pressure goes to head slowly slowly the layer of pressure increases and i feel following problem..... 1] symptoms of dippresion 2] no hardness on sex 3] anxiety but the problems comes now 1]same as above 2]no feelings in bl

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Hello....... You try steam inhalation, take head bath in warm water... You get relief from blockade.. Nasal decongestants are used for for short term period... If it's allergic sinusitis you avoid ...  Read More

Do sinues pressure or pain can go to top of head ... ... ... ... ... ... ... .. ... ... ... ...

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Heaviness u can feel if symptoms increase ...  Read More

I have sinus pressure and brain fog memory loss from long time and not able to concentrate on thing Help Me With Issues

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Consult psychiatrist for counseling ...  Read More

Hi doctor, i am suffering from severe sinus face pressure after switching on air conditioner in my room and if I take steam , I am getting some relief. It is a pressure without any sputum or congestion , if i blow nose , I can hear a tick tick sound from my nose . I have allergy problem and I am already taking fluticasone nasal spray sometimes. Som

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Most probable culprit is cool air only Avoid it If symptoms are recurring consult a ent specialist for surgical options ...  Read More

I am having pressure and throbbing around forehead and eyes and nose. No congestion. No cold. What do I do to get relief?

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Consult ...  Read More

I have pressure on nose and breathing uneasiness after jogging . I Have gone for x ray which shows bone in left nose is slightly bent. I am overweight. What to do?

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Get a Non Contrast CT scan of nose paranasal sinuses ...  Read More

Actually 1 year ago removed wisdom tooth. unfortunately right side jaw causing more pressure during cold and ear ache and headache. servere cold that time jaw is causing more discomfort and pressure on ear region. for cold I am using nasal spray momoflow. could not able open mouth flexible. tightness around jaw muscles. almost I have consult too mu

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Muscle relaxants ...  Read More

Hi.. could someone suggest me a safe decongestant to relieve the sinus pressure i am feeling in head since last 4,5 days. It all started when i washed my hair in cold water. Since then i am having so much pain when i bend over or turn my head to one side. Please help. I am having deviated septum and nasal polyps

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Need few more details Kindly consult ...  Read More

I have been suggested physiotherapy for tmj, I have a lot of neck pain along with it. How tmj Physio works, are there any manual therapy doctors in pune.. Near wakad hinjewadi baner..

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Search on this platform for best available physiotherapist near you to treat neck and tmj issue. ...  Read More

I have been diagnosed with TMJ. I have face and teeth asymmetry, clicking and stiff jaw, jaw pain when i open my mouth, neck and shoulder pain, headaches and mood swings, breathing difficulties,improper sleep pattern from discomfort on the head and neck's position. I have been to many Dental clinics where they had only provided me mouth guards to

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Hi ! You can get Botox , it will provide instant relief ...  Read More

Hi. I have TMJ disorder with jaw popping. I have been advised extraction of wisdom teeth. Attached my OPG xray. I am worried about the prolonged mouth opening for the extraction and what effect it will have on my TMJ. Kindly advise, is it better to go for 2 wisdom tooth extraction (same side) on one day and 2 on other side on another day? Or is it

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Hi, Depending upon the OPG and keeping in mind your TMJ condition, It is highly advisable to go for one extraction at a time. Ping for multiple extraction can cause increased tension on your TMJ lead ...  Read More

I have TMJ Disorder due to which I have jaw popping/clicking while opening and closing mouth. Not pain but the popping is there. As a result of TMJ I also have ringing and crackling in ear and ear pressure. I have attached my OPG Xray. I have impacted wisdom teeth on all sides. I want to know that if I go for extraction of the impacted wisdom teeth

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Yes wisdom teeth extraction helps u to relieve from discomfort to some extent.Physical examination is required to check for other parameters related to TMJ issue.Need to check ur occlusion means arran ...  Read More

Hi. I have TMJ Disorder which causes jaw popping when opening and closing mouth. It also causes a ringing and crackling sound in my ear along with ear pressure. I have attached my OPG Xray. I have impacted wisdom teeth on all sides and have been advised surgical extraction. But I am very scared as I already have TMJ Disorder and the surgical extrac

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Before the procedure u should mention the dental surgeon about ur TMJ problem. Definitely the surgeon ll undergo extraction with out any inconvenience to u . He ll follow the precautions n ll continue ...  Read More

Hi. I am suffering from TMJ disorder which is causing jaw popping and deviation. It has also caused slight ringing in ear. I have attached a picture of my OPG Xray of my teeth. I have wisdom teeth on both sides. Kindly suggest, will removal of the wisdom teeth reduce pressure on the jaw joint and prevent the TMJ disorder from becoming worse? Will

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Yes u need to go for surgical extraction of wisdom tooth on right n left sides as soon as possible. Maximum U ll get relief from TMJ pain. ...  Read More

I know that TMJ disorder can affect the ear and cause pressure or fullness in ear. But can it cause permanent hearing loss or permanent blockage in ear? If TMJ disorder is causing ear blockage, how to treat it?

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It will not cause deafness. ...  Read More

Can Homeopathy cure TMJ Disorder and Jaw deviation while opening and closing mouth? I understand that it can reduce pain, but can it cure the jaw deviation and jaw popping? Also can it cure ear problems caused by TMJ like ear pressure, ear fullness, ringing and crackling sound in ear? I have tried going to dentists and many of the treatments sugges

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Yes .it can cure...but jaw deviation can't be cured as it is a mechanical process. Rest all things can be cured... For complete cure you have to take help of dentist for jaw deviation as all these th ...  Read More

I suffer from TMJ disorder on right side for which I eat soft foods and apply warm compress daily. I also have ringing sound in my right ear along with occasional crackling sounds. The doctors I consulted for TMJ told me that the ringing and crackling sounds are because of the TMJ disorder. Recently, I have started to feel pressure in the right ea

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Fullness may be due to other cause like wax, physical examination required ...  Read More

Actually 6 months back got removed wisdom tooth. Some times causing jaw swelling and pain around ears dragged jaw and teeth ache. Till now not recovered. Right side only it is troubling a lot. Sometimes left side too. I am considering oral and maxillofacial surgeon. The doctor is telling that I am not concern specialist and not at all dental proble

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Hi. I certainly understand your concern? I would like you to quit chewing tobacco on a priority basis , chewing tobacco can worsen the TMJ function as you're giving it excessive stress when it's alre ...  Read More

TMJ crcakling or bone dislocation sound while opening mouth ..any treatment in homeopathy.............

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Consult online.... Homeopathy will definitely help you ...  Read More

I think seeing the symptoms i have TMJ...like jaw pain ..side face pain...i dint even consider the bone sound while opening and closing on left side of my jaw ...plz tel.me the procedure or exercise ...is it possible without surgery ???

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Please get it evaluated clinically. It's very difficult to diagnose it like this and might lead to misdiagnosis and treatment plan. ...  Read More

How can i cure my mild sinus problem which takes around 10 -15 days to recover in winter times... Can you please suggest natural, remedies to reduce sinus completely

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First thing CT PNS ...  Read More

Is there any ayurvedic treatment to cure sinus permanently??????????????????????????????????????????

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I guess there is no treatment as such available ...  Read More

It is possible 3 year boy have sinus problem .as he is always suffering from cold i don't know what can be reason for this

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Yes its possible. Mainly due to Allergy. ...  Read More

Actually I had considered oral and maxillofacial surgeon. He told that there is no problem with teeth. Oral and maxillofacial surgeon did not know about tmj. Said to consider ent surgeon only. Having pain around ear to down wards. Jaw is pulling and causing swelling. Pain is radiating to head. Near opening and closing mouth pressure is more. I coul

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It is tmj dislocation with disc displacement. Muscle relaxants along with corticosteroids has to be taken to relieve pain and discomfort. You can consult through this for prescription of medication an ...  Read More

I wear bridges on both lower right and left from past 4 years and a month back the left side bridge came out and had to refix but after recementation I have pain in right and left side cheek bone and jaw pain. I had this 4 years back before fixing the bridges but it got normal after that but again it started now from few days. I have attached opg a

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Pain in cheek bones and jaw pain may be related to maxillary sinusitis.saline nasal spray, nasal corticosteroids, decongestants has to be administered as per consultation. You can consult through this ...  Read More

Suddenly after stopping of jogging i am feeling pressure on noise and dizzy which eventually get relived after 30 min. Is there any problem?

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Detailed history needed Take steam inhalation ...  Read More

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