Tinnitus and TMJ Disorder: 10 Remedies You Can Try Now
TMJ disorder patients are often diagnosed with tinnitus. If you are hearing ringing noise in your ears when there is no external sound source around you, you may be experiencing tinnitus symptoms. The sounds you hear may be constant or at intervals. When the problem is at its worst you may have trouble concentrating or…
Fresh Georgia Peach Recipes
Peach French Toast 1 cup packed brown sugar 1/2 cup butter 2 tablespoons water 6 peaches peeled and sliced 12 (3/4 inch thick) slices day-old French bread 6 eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 1 pinch ground cinnamon, or to taste Directions In a saucepan, stir together the brown sugar, butter and water. Bring to a…
Tips for Managing the Never Ending Mountain of Medical Paperwork & Files
Managing medical bills, keeping track of doctor visits, filing insurance claims, and organizing medical records can all leave you feeling overwhelmed. Here are a few tips that can make managing TMJ disorder, or any chronic illness easier – and might stop you from pulling out your hair! Records that are important to keep: Medical Bills…
2 Summery Lemon Soft Recipes – Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast & Lemon Lentil Salad
Lemon Cream Stuffed French Toast 1 (8 ounce) package reduced-fat cream cheese 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 (22 ounce) can Lemon Pie Filling 8 eggs 2 cups milk 1 (16 ounce) loaf French bread 1/2 cup quick-cooking rolled oats 1/4 cup packed brown sugar 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon salt 2…
Dreading Your Trip to the Dentist? Tips for Survival for TMJ Disorder Patients
When you have jaw pain and a difficult time opening and/or closing your mouth, just thinking about going to the dentist to get a cleaning or have a cavity filled is enough to fill you with anxiety. Here are some tips we’ve gathered over the years that will make your visit easier. Tips to keep…
TMJ Disorder Research & News Round Up June
Welcome to our latest TMJ research & news round-up, Father’s Day edition! First up, have you seen our latest posts? Our patient panel reviewed their first products, we had a fantastic guest post about TMJ disorder and clenching & grinding, as well as iPhone and iPad applications to help you manage TMJD/chronic pain. Here are…
TMJ Hope's Patient Panel Checks in with Their First Product Reviews!
One of the questions we are asked quite often is if we know of any products that help TMJ disorder patients. So, we decided to create the patient panel, a panel of TMJ disorder patients who review these products. Here are our first product reviews! And by the way, if you have a suggestion for…
Salmon Burgers with Basil Mayonnaise
Ingredients 1 beaten egg 3/4 cup soft whole wheat bread crumbs (1 slice) 4 teaspoons snipped fresh basil 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 6-1/2-ounce can skinless, boneless salmon, drained and flaked 1/2 medium carrot, finely shredded (1/4 cup) 1/4 cup finely shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese (1 ounce) 2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing 1 tablespoon…
The Link Between TMJ Disorder and Nighttime Clenching
Stacy’s Note: This is a guest post written by Lee Weinstein, inventor of the SleepGuard biofeedback headband. Lee has designed hospital medical equipment for Hewlett Packard, and has taught electrical engineering at MIT. For many people, TMJ symptoms stem from habitual teeth clenching during sleep. You may have heard of the term “sleep bruxism”, which…
Four Nutritious Smoothie Recipes
Here are four nutritious smoothie recipes that you can turn to when you need a boost but have to stick to a no-chew or liquid diet. Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie 1 1/3 cups vanilla soy milk 1/4 cup silken soft tofu, crumbled and drained 2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter 1…
About TMJ Hope
Hi! I'm Stacy, the founder of TMJ Hope.
After being attacked by a dog when I was little, I had 12 jaw surgeries (including bilateral total joint replacements in 2006) to try to improve my jaw function & relieve my pain. The doctors told me I would live the rest of my life in chronic, intractable pain. Fast forward to now, & I'm THRIVING....despite my jaw pain.
If you know deep down that you are not destined for a life of chronic pain, join the TMJ Hope community & I to learn how to stop surviving, and start thriving once and for all.