What is TMJ
Temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJD or TMD), or TMJ syndrome, is an acute or chronic inflammation of the temporomandibular joint, which connects the lower jaw to the skull. The ...
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My TMJ story...
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I had my first open join procedure when I was 14 (I am 41 now...how time flies!). From there, I had 4 open joint proceedures and 5 arthroscopies. Finally, 5 years ago, I had a total joint replacement with a TMJ concepts joint. It was my salvation. I do not clench or grind (never have), my problem was a birth defect. I only have the joint replacement on one side, I have never had trouble with the other side, but I am so happy that I did the replacement and wish I had done it earlier.
Anyway, I am Laura and if you have any questions about surgeries, I probably know the answers, because I have been through it all! Purrs--Laura Posted on 10/13/09, 05:10 pm |
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Wow Laura, I would have to agree, you have been through it all!...sheesh.......Nice to meet you and I'm glad you've found relief it sounds like. :) 
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Congratulations to you Laura! It is so refreshing to hear an upbeat, inspirational TMJ story....especially after surgeries. Welcome to our group!
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