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I am getting my top wisdom teeth removed in a couple days and I am worried about how my TMJ may affect the healing process. They have already started through my gums so it will be more like a tooth removal (thankfully). Has anyone else gone through something similar and do you have any tips?

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    • LilyTheKitty

      758d

      Tmj didn’t effect the process as far as I know, but my jaw was super sore for a week or two after the procedure. I’m not sure how far they opened my mouth and I don’t want to know 😅 it worked out fine though and I was back to my baseline pain in a couple weeks.

    • LilyTheKitty

      758d

      Tmj didn’t effect the process as far as I know, but my jaw was super sore for a week or two after the procedure. I’m not sure how far they opened my mouth and I don’t want to know 😅 it worked out fine though and I was back to my baseline pain in a couple weeks.

    • Urfacehurtsmetoo

      770d

      My dentist won’t operate in fear of harming it more. I’m sure it’ll be okay as long as they know your situation, so they can be more aware. Good luck

    • Rosie_Posey

      771d

      My TMJ did not effect my surgery at all! I had a really easy recovery!

    • Misswren

      771d

      I have TMJ and the only impact it had was keeping my mouth open as mine was done without anesthesia. I had no impact on recovery. Best of luck!

    • Solar_Eclipse

      771d

      I’m concerned about this too!! My wisdom teeth removal will already be complicated because of the way they’re coming in and smashing my other teeth that TMJ only adds to my concerns

    • Jenni_Star

      771d

      Moist heat on the sides of your jaw and occasionally ice could be really helpful. It depends on your sensitivities or lack of

    • Jenni_Star

      771d

      Having TMJ had no impact for me regarding my wisdom teeth removal!

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