<s>[INST] I have had an URI and under a lot of stress as my husband has been in hospital for cardiac stent and in the past week there has been frequent bouts of numbness and tingling along my left jaw line into my lower lip; feels like awakening from dental work [/INST] Thanks for sharing your concern with Chat Doctor .! Looking at your explanation and stressful situation you are undergoing, you have developed early stage of Brunssum. Which means biting your own teeth during night. This phenomenon is usually in voluntary. I would recommend the following for you-Have good sleep, as disturbed sleep will cause this condition-Take your current situation lightly and use some stress breaking methods-Muscle relaxants medications in the night will help you to some extent-Lastly pre-fabricated TMJ Splints / custom-made night GUA Chat Doctor. Please consult a good dentist to have a detailed analysis of your condition, As you are also complaining left jaw line numbness correlating this condition with your cardio vascular health is also very important for clinician. Regards </s>