Tetra Mandibar Joint Disorder
Ok so I just read another article on I think called living strong, and it hit it right on the money. TANNINS! I kept trying to think of this when righting my first post but could not bring it to to my tongue. Here is the just of the article. If you want to read the whole thing (I forgot to copy link) just Google living strong and then subject. I do apologise as I usually always post my resources, but it's late and I'm tired.
Tannins as a Cause of Jaw Pain
"The bitterness and astringency of tannins cause a rapid increase in saliva secretion from the salivary glands, according to “Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine.” The main salivary glands in your mouth are the parotid glands, the submandibular glands and the sublingual glands. The parotids are the largest salivary glands and they are located directly over the hinges of the jaw, also called temporomandibular joints. Sudden stimulation of the parotid glands, either by ingesting tannins or from a cold draft, can lead to painful sensations and jaw muscle contraction or spasm. Jaw pain from consumption of tannins is usually mild to moderate in intensity and short-lasting. A similar phenomenon is experienced with drinking fresh, unsweetened lemon juice.
Rich Sources of Tannins
The best known sources of tannins are black tea leaves and red wine. Natural apple, grape, cranberry and pomegranate juices all contain high amounts of tannins. Sometimes tannic acid is added to juices and ciders to create more astringent tastes. Other fruits notably rich in tannins are persimmons and strawberries. Tannins are also found in beer, especially the bitter varieties."
I hope this helps!
Omg so glad I found this site. This pain happened to me several years ago. It disappeared for years and is now back with a vengeance. I am on holiday at the mo in lovely gran Canaria and I am so afraid to touch alcohol .the pain is unbearable. 3 more nights to go so going to try a glass of wine tonight. Fingers crossed. Fran.
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