well the only connection i know between hyoid (lingual bone) malocclusion and hyperthyroidism is that if you have grade iii malocclusion and the hyoid bone is displaced then you can have swallowing difficulties. also thyroid swellings can displace hyoid bone and this can affect occlusion. you need to consult a well trained neuromuscular dentist for an evaluation. you will need to get a cbct or a 3d ct scan done. this will give the position of your tmj concyles in relation to the ear. physiotherapy traction spinal manipulation chiropractic treatments may help. try and get a second opinion. hope this helps. take care!
hi i have had a cross bite on my rear tooth caused from a tooth extraction without subsequent restorative dentistry which has stopped my closing my mouth properly for 5 years and has caused me huge problems. i have tmjd poor posture. i have neck pain headaches ear aches etc. the maxillio facial surgeon i was referred to was totally misinformed on the problem and did very poor tests on the bite. the xray was one where the teeth weren't in contact and she did the paper bite test and concluded my bite was fine as the paper couldn't be pulled out from either side. this is no were near thorough enough of a test and i felt my problem was taken seriously at all. i was wondering if there is a connection with the hyoid (lingual bone) malocclusion and hyperthyroidism? im sure the is a connection between the hyoid and tmjd but could it affect the thyroid? tmjd seems to be very controversial leading to misdiagnosis like i experienced. thanks for reading