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Hey Yoli, I've got another idea for you too. A few years back I had been having jaw "discomfort" in the morning, I wouldn't describe mine as pain though. I don't really think mine is RA related cuz I'm pretty sure it comes from my tendancy to clench my teeth. When I am tense or upset my husband can always tell cuz it all goes right to my jaws. Dentist also noticed unusual wear in my teeth so apparently I am a night time tooth grinder. I think this is why my jaw felt funny in the a.m. He gave me a bite splint. It's just this hard plastic thing I sleep with that keeps me from grinding. It took some getting used to but now I can't sleep with out it. I really LOVE it! Now it is true from what I've read that RA can effect your jaws, however RA or no it might be worth asking the dentist if this might help you. What do you think? ....maybe?
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