Orthodontics needed,I'm so depressed :(
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Hi, I'm new here and really desperate and that is why I have joined, I just don't know where to turn anymore
I'm 30years old and I have an overbite, I've also just been diagnosed with TMJ which is really bad some days more than others.
I'm pretty sure the misalignment of my teeth is causing it to be worse.
I've been to a dentist who has quoted me £4000 for a brace, thing is I can't afford it. I've tried for loans and everything, I just don't know what to do. The pain and everything is getting me down. I also work in retail which means I have to smile a lot, but I'm too self concious to open my mouth.
I also only work part time, as where I live it's hard to find work.
Do any colleges or anything ever let trainees practice on you for free or anything?
Thank you.
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Sinusprob shabbychic
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shabbychic Sinusprob
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I clench too. I've had a night guard but for me it made it worse, it was good at first but then it made me more likely to clench because of it being a foreign object in my mouth.
I saw a maxiofacial consultant at the hospital and she was really good, but could only suggest antidepressants that stop pain.
I've only had this problem since my teeth moved a couple of years ago, I know that if my teeth were fixed it would take off so much pressure in my mouth. Finding £4000 is only possible by winning the lottery I thibk
babs1602 shabbychic
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was was the appliance you got quoted for an ALF appliance?
they truly help with TMJ
but there are other cheaper things you could try:
MYO munchie
pit cost 80 Australian dollars I think
you'd need to ask them which one you'll need
also check Buteyko method - they teach correct tongue posture. Without it all kinds of bite and orthodontic problems can result
Overbite is sometimes called by tongue thrust (sorry if im wrong)
an orofacial myologist would tell you if there are any issues for you there, they do exercises that can help
good luck! I'm sure something will work for you
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ridley62506 babs1602
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Interested in hearing if you had any success.
cheers
Sinusprob shabbychic
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shabbychic Sinusprob
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Oh I have a mouth guard but it doesn't seem to help me at all
It made my case slightly worse, as I started to chew on it like gum in my sleep.
I'm glad you're finding yours works though
babs1602 shabbychic
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i wrote you a reply with actual tips 4 days ago but it is still getting moderated as it contained web addresses
hope it won't be long
best wishes!
shabbychic babs1602
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Thanks so much