I so appreciate your passion for helping people with TMJD. If only all dentists understood the complexity of the jaw joints can't be helped with carbon paper, especially if there has been wear on the joint. TMJD almost disabled me in my thirties before I knew what was causing debilitating spasms and severe numb hands and arms!! I finally figured it out, thanks to the internet. I traveled 10 hours round trip for about 15 years to Calgary. There are so many dentists up there trained this way. However, my dentist retired before covid, so I tried hard to find someone in NW Montana. No luck. I finally found someone who is passionate, and I think he's great in Sandpoint, Idaho. 6 hour round trip. So thankful for him too :)
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
I’m glad to hear you found someone! Best of luck to you!! 😊
@Niafifia
Жыл бұрын
@@theTMJdoc Thank you!
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
@@Niafifia you’re welcome!
@elizabethcarmona8674
Жыл бұрын
Do you mind me asking what caused your TMJD?
@Niafifia
Жыл бұрын
@@elizabethcarmona8674 I don't mind at all. When I was in elementary school, three different times, I was hit in the jaw by older kids. One time was really bad, and I was caught completely off guard. I think that was probably the one. I also almost broke my neck when I was three jumping on the bed and landed on my head trying to flip. My head stuck over on my shoulder. So, I don't know for sure, but I do believe it started in childhood. I had issues like jaw popping in my 20's then as I mentioned I was almost disabled by my 30's before I figured it out after seeking help for 15 years prior. No one had a clue it was my jaw. This started before the internet was a thing. When it came time searched numb hands and arms and up came the Las Vegas Institute of Modern Dentistry listing the symptom as a jaw problem. I had a wacky jaw but no jaw pain. I had tried so many things that when I heard the truth I immediately knew I was onto it. I sought out one of their dentist immediately and got my life back. But it is something I have had to maintain ever since. Not a fix and be done. So so grateful though for Neuromuscular Dentistry.
@smoothbanana
2 жыл бұрын
I have been told to place the orthotic in water first, then add the tablet so that the effervescence cleans it better
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
yes you can do that too :)
@JSAC66
2 жыл бұрын
I do use Dawn and toothbrush before soaking in denture cleanser, but I didn’t know to limit to one hour. Thank you.
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@mixelle_0
4 ай бұрын
I have a comfort h/s splint and everywhere it says to just use soap and water but I have efferdent tabs that I’d like to use. Just want to make sure they won’t damage it since I paid quite a bit for it 😅
@theTMJdoc
4 ай бұрын
I’d recommend checking with the practitioner who made the splint to make sure this is ok
@talidors
7 ай бұрын
I haven't worn mine in a while (an insurance issue) and unfortunately left it in the same water for a few months. It's slightly discolored now near the molars, does this mean i can't wear it?
@theTMJdoc
7 ай бұрын
I really can't answer that without examining you and the appliance. It's best to ask your TMJ Dentist.
@jewels4774
2 жыл бұрын
Please do a video of what happens if a patient calls the office and has a broken splint. Is it repairable in the office or at all?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Sometimes its reparable sometimes its not. it’s best if you ask the practitioner who made it for you :)
@DagazRising
4 ай бұрын
Interesting…. My tmj person says to keep it soaking whenever not in my mouth ti keep from warping.
@theTMJdoc
4 ай бұрын
It could depend on what it’s made out of..?
@DagazRising
4 ай бұрын
@@theTMJdoc I was greatful for the info provided regardless.
@theTMJdoc
4 ай бұрын
@@DagazRising thanks 😊
@crawl1555
2 жыл бұрын
Your just amazing! thanks again for a great Video!
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! 🙏🏼
@chancerobeson478
2 ай бұрын
Can you denture clean it everyday?
@theTMJdoc
2 ай бұрын
Yes!
@franciscoflores9409
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your videos. Do you have suggestions on how to find a local TMJ specialist that treats TMJ holistically like you, not just MADs or splints? I'm in the Denver metro area. My dentist referred me to a specialist that would only talk about MADs. Thanks.
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
I wish I did have a good suggestion for this. Sorry I don’t!
@alisonsimon5528
Жыл бұрын
Hi Dr. Priya, I wanted to eat and drink with my orthotic in. Are there any foods or drinks to avoid that will stain it or not be good for it(like coffee maybe )? Also, should we brush it or something right after eating or will the cleanings 3 times a week like you showed on the video be enough ? Thank you for all your videos !!
@alisonsimon5528
Жыл бұрын
Do we need to brush our teeth every time after eating with orthotic in as well ?
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
Coffee, tea, red wine, berries, soda - these can all stain it.
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
Yes it would be best if you can brush and floss after eating.
@alisonsimon5528
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for letting me know ! I drink coffee and tea , so I’m going to try to clean the orthotic right after ! Hopefully that will help. They are expensive, so I want to keep it nice. :)
@alisonsimon5528
Жыл бұрын
Now I’m trying to think of a warm drink in the morning that won’t stain it. Let me know if you have any ideas !
@reemasadarangani6068
Жыл бұрын
Hi doctor has advised to wear splint while eating so should I clean it with dish liquid 3 times a day after eating because it turning yelloish in colour
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
Yes, definitely you can clean it that way. However, the material typically turns yellow in time and can do so more quickly if you're eating foods with turmeric in them.
@tehniyathmariyam6838
2 жыл бұрын
I rinsed my orthotic with mouth wash and now it’s pink! How do i get rid of the color?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
I don't know! Sorry, it depends on what it's made from. It may be stained forever. I'd recommend contacting the provider who made it.
@rickykan737
Жыл бұрын
Hi doctor! I made a mistake by soaking my orthotics overnight a few times :( what will happen to mine now?
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
It should be ok :). But try not to do that every night
@jamesearlmagallanes5464
2 жыл бұрын
hi doc, can I still lift weights even though I have my TMJ splint?
@theTMJdoc
2 жыл бұрын
It really depends on your symptoms. I'd recommend discussing that with your TMJD Doctor.
@rickykan737
Жыл бұрын
And my orthodics splint cracked open to the end vertically, should I be worried or can I still wear my guard safely
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
I cannot advise you on this over the internet and without examining you in person. Please ask the doctor who made you the orthotic..
@alisonsimon5528
Жыл бұрын
I forgot to ask , can we use method 3 every day ?
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
No, I would do it once a day.
@vanessasanchez9511
Жыл бұрын
I’ve been washing mine daily with toothbrush and toothpaste (hello brand) is that ok?
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
Toothpaste can abrade the material. I’d recommend switching to the techniques I mentioned in the video :)
@BlueTenorSax
Жыл бұрын
how long does the tmj splint last usually?
@theTMJdoc
Жыл бұрын
It depends. I saw one from 1997 the other day that is yellowed with age but functional and in tact. Conversely, I had a patient chew his to bits in less than 3 months. Same material was used for both. It depends on the force, frequency, and duration of clenching/bruxing activity.
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