issue with my jaw

[Pocketman]

hello all----I have the bulbar variant of ALS. After I brush my teeth, my lower teeth rest on the outside of my upper teeth. This is because my neck muscles have given out and I can't hold my head up. After brushing my teeth, I have to sit down, which allows my head to lift my head. When I do that, my teeth fall back into their original normal position. Does anyone else have this problem and if so, any suggestions on how to treat this issue?

 

[MF4129]

My mother has bulbar als and has had issues with jaw pain but she hasn’t mentioned her teeth not sitting right in her mouth (as of yet). I would check with your doctor on this.

 

[lgelb]

I would try a cervical collar, tilting your head back, and/or sitting down while you brush, which could be easier with a single-use toothbrush or swab.

For both MF's mom and Pocket, you might ask your dentist if you can get a custom nightguard to help teeth/jaw stay in place. With the right mask, it should not interfere with BiPAP use.