How to solve clenched jaw without visting doctor?

[LilWeezey]

Im not finanically stable
Got pretty shitty insurance
What some ways I can help stop clenching my jaw.
I don't *think* I'm stressed or anything ao there's no reason I should have a clenched jaw.

But my jaw muscle/bone hurts like a bitch and I'm noticably clenching more when I try not to.

So far the only thing *kinda* helping is sticking my tounge between my teeth.

I also have terrible gag reflex so a mouthguard might not help

[Intraluminal]

A mouth guard is a necessity if you don't want your teeth destroyed. Your gag reflex can be overcome through training, magicians routinely teach themselves to overcome it. You can buy one online pretty cheap.

Having a mouth guard will save your teeth, but not necessarily your temporomandibular joint. It's frequently a reaction to stress.

[mermaidrocketship]

You could try massaging your jaw and relaxation techniques like yoga. But you will DESTROY your teeth without a mouth guard or other form of medical intervention. Can you get on a generic anti anxiety? It might be tough with bad insurance, but it's better than cracked and flattened teeth.

[LilWeezey]

I'd have to see my doctor to get an anti anxiety.
But I'm sure it can be done.

I just know through my boss at work who has the same issue that seeing a dentist would be more expensive than Id like

[PT1911]

Do you have an FSA or an HRA?

[LilWeezey]

No?
Its my moms insurance and I know like nothing about it

[PT1911]

Ah...

I work in benefits administration. FSA are flexible spending accounts, meaning it's money taken from your mom's paycheck that is set aside into a separate account designed for out of pocket medical expenses.

An HRA is a Health Reimbursement Account. It's your mother's employers money designed to help her meet her deductible (meaning the minimum amount of expenses a person must pay before the insurance company pays anything )

I only asked because you said you have bad insurance, so I was trying to give some advice based on my work experience to help guide the financial side of things.

[Anonymous]

You mean in your sleep?

[LilWeezey]

No.
I don't think I do when I'm asleep.
I do it when I'm awake for sure but can't stop it