Jaw Tensing

[nsd_user663_4857]

When I was quitting I noticed I would always need to tense my jaw. At times it was horrible I had the constant urge to need to do it.

I've been smoke free for 7 months now, but was just wondering if any other smokers that are quitting have this.

I'm new around here but hope to be able to offer help and advice to others.

[nsd_user663_3728]

Hi Want to quit

Welcome to the forum and well done on the decision to quit possibly one of the most important you will ever make

Well done on 7 months quit that's great You're almost at the same stage as me about 2 weeks behind I think

I never had the need to clench my jaw and don't remember anyone mentioning it but have a read of the links in my and many other signatures as you may find something there to help you

Love

Marg xxxxxxxx

[nsd_user663_1658]

hello want to quit

this is my 3rd attempt to quit - n yes i can totally understand the jaw tensing thing has if you want to grind teeth!! strange i know - my first quit was on nicorette gum of which i feel helped because i was chewing gum .. but didnt help has i go addicted to the stuff & fags....but i do find now just chewing normal gum helps - well done on youre quit i want to be were you are im so jealous --- day one for me today on patches finding it not too bad apart from nauseous....feeling good though for day 1

[nsd_user663_4482]

Jaw tensing...

now thats a new one for me!

well what do i know is i've only completed 18 day's and i would really like you to reassure me and us that it does get easier(the craves and the urges) after a while...

can't wait to be on 7 months!

well done to you and margareth!

love jamie

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[nsd_user663_3728]

well what do i know is i've only completed 18 day's and i would really like you to reassure me and us that it does get easier(the craves and the urges) after a while...

Hi Jamie

Well done you on 18 days that's great

Yes it does get much easier after a while Promise the craves and the urges will all disappear although you may get the occasional fleeting thought

Love

Marg xxxxxxxxxxxx

[nsd_user663_4847]

When I was quitting I noticed I would always need to tense my jaw. At times it was horrible I had the constant urge to need to do it.

I've been smoke free for 7 months now, but was just wondering if any other smokers that are quitting have this.

I'm new around here but hope to be able to offer help and advice to others.

Have moments when I'm aware of tensing my jaw and grinding my teeth, however also noticed I did this in times of stress even when I still smoked. Am chewing a lot of gum, a friend suggested sugar free hard sweets - something to crunch on. Another suggestion i've been given is carrots and celery.

Hope this helps