TMJ Syndrome and Wisdom teeth?

Question

So i've been reading about TMJ syndrome, and i seem to have all the symtoms. such as neck pain, i can't open my mouth all the way, and my lower jaw is in pain. But, i haven't gotten my wisdom teeth removed yet. Could this be a reason why my mouth doesn't open all the way? And why i've been experiencing neck pain? I'm actually kinda scared, i don't know for sure if this is what it is, and does TMJ go away, or is it permanent? So anything you know would help me a lot. Thanks.

Answer 1

No...

Have you tried  

Warm moist compresses

NSAID therapy....taking for 2 weeks solid

Not chewing Ice, beef jerky, corn nuts....keeping a soft diet.

Resting your jaw, limit talking

NTI device

Just some thoughts.....

Answer 2

Hi. If you suspect TMJ, do see a TMJ specialist or dentist. They will make you wear a mouth guard at night, and suggest ways to deal with your TMJ-related pain (applying heat, eating soft food etc).

And yes, people with TMJ do experience your symptoms (neck pain, headaches, ear aches)...

Answer 3

I had a clicky TMJ for years and pain. I went to a Bowen therapist - really good result, really fast relief. That was a few years ago and now it's back so I guess I need to have another session.

The wisdom teeth will not be why you can't fully open your mouth. More the joint I reckon.

I wouldn't expect a TMJ problem to correct itself.

I'm not a Bowen therapist but I understand that they cleverly adjust the muscles where they insert and originate from the bone near a joint. It feels very nice when getting a treatment - like a massage. No need to be scared.