As some of you probably know, I've had TMJ/TMD problems for 3 or 4 years. It comes and goes but has been the worst since I had Ida. Basically I have headaches, earaches, jaw pain, neck pain, etc. Before I experienced this condition, I honestly thought people made it up! Boy was I wrong.
I've gone to a TMJ specialist in Kansas City that I found on Facebook (yes I know, probably not the most credible source but whatever). He wanted me to spend a ton of money to get my jaw/teeth realigned. I've been to an ENT. I've done physical therapy with someone locally and also in Topeka who specializes in headaches. I've been to countless chiropractors and tried massage therapy. Most treatments have helped temporarily but nothing has been earth shattering to say the least.
I finally went to an orthodonist in Manhattan who was recommended by my local dentist. He examined me and decided I need braces. Basically I have an overbite and some other issues which are causing a misalignment of my bite. So I got braces yesterday. They are ceramic and fairly unnoticeable in my opinion.
I went to Tindall Orthodontics in Manhattan. What an awesome experience! Everyone is super nice, professional, and efficient. And they have freshly brewed coffee for you while you wait to be seen. I can't recommend it enough. It's been good so far and I'm hoping the braces help relieve some of my problems.
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| my braces, not that noticeable right!?! |
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| I got my picture taken right after my braces were set |
I certainly sympathize with the head pain. I have so many different types of headaches that I've essentially named and categorized them. The categories are little headaches, migraines, sinus, and third eye headaches. Like you, I keep looking for ways to alleviate the pain. And what works for some people might or might not work for me.
ReplyDeleteCynthia Bowers @ Bay Area TMJ & Sleep Center