{"id":2112,"date":"2023-02-23T09:30:13","date_gmt":"2023-02-23T15:30:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/?p=2112"},"modified":"2023-02-23T09:33:03","modified_gmt":"2023-02-23T15:33:03","slug":"how-long-does-tmj-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/how-long-does-tmj-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does TMJ Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>How long does TMJ last? Since late October, I have had horrible jaw pain and clicking when I open my mouth or eat. I also have very painful and clogged ears. Sometimes, they ring, which affects my sleep. I am concerned that I feel tired when I wake up after pain and ear-ringing episodes. My dentist said surgery would just make it worse, and the medicine would help, but it is not helping. Will the pain eventually go away? \u2013 Morgan<\/p>\n<p>Morgan,<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for contacting Delaune Dental. We understand your concerns about your TMJ discomfort and other symptoms. Although Dr. Delaune would need to perform a comprehensive exam to identify the source of your discomfort, we will explain the basics about how long symptoms can last.<\/p>\n<h2>How Long Does TMJ Last?<\/h2>\n<p>TMJ can last a few days to a few weeks or longer depending on several factors, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The severity of your case<\/li>\n<li>The cause of your symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Whether you get treatment, including self-help or professional care<\/li>\n<li>Your compliance with treatment recommendations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"attachment_1082\" style=\"width: 360px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1082\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1082\" src=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/tmj-dentist-close-up.jpg\" alt=\"close up of temporomadibular joint\" width=\"350\" height=\"335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/tmj-dentist-close-up.jpg 350w, https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/tmj-dentist-close-up-300x287.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 350px) 100vw, 350px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-1082\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Temporomandibular joint (TMJ)<\/p><\/div>\n<p>TMJ pain and discomfort sometimes go away with self-care, including TMJ exercises, alternately applying heat and cold to the side of your face, and using over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication.<\/p>\n<p>Depending on the severity of the disorder, you may not be completely relieved of the symptoms, but they can improve. Some cases require professional care. If you have lingering symptoms, we suggest an appointment with a dentist with training and experience in diagnosing and treating TMJ. You may need to wear a custom night guard to relax your jaw and relieve the TMJ joint and facial muscles while sleeping.<\/p>\n<p>Schedule an appointment with a <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/new-orleans-tmj-specialist.html\">dentist experienced<\/a> in this area. They will evaluate your condition and recommend the appropriate treatment.<\/p>\n<p>Metairie cosmetic dentist Dr. Duane Delaune sponsors this post. Read details about how Dr. Delaune strives to provide some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/delaunedental.com\/best-dentist-in-new-orleans.html\">best dental care in Metairie<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How long does TMJ last? Since late October, I have had horrible jaw pain and clicking when I open my mouth or eat. I also have very painful and clogged ears. Sometimes, they ring, which affects my sleep. I am concerned that I feel tired when I wake up after pain and ear-ringing episodes. 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