Question 1

what are good ways to unlock your jaw?

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Not easy: If your jaw is "locked" then cartilage is in the way of closure.  You have to manipulate your jaw to undo this.  You can try gradually moving your lower jaw left and right and this sometimes will work.  The other option is to open it a little more, slowly and hold it at each point to release the stuck point.  These will usually work but you might need to see an ENT specialist to help.

Question 2

what is the probability of dislocating my jaw?

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Very low: Very low unless it has happened before. You can also have dislocated TMJ (jaw joint disk). The symptoms would be a clicking or popping joint, joint pain, limitation of oral opening, sometimes head and neck painl

Question 3

should i be concerned that my jaw made cracking noises?

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YES: A normal joint is painless, noiseless and has a full range of motion.  When any of these are violated it usually means something is going wrong that will not self correct.  Conservative means are usually able to find a better jaw position and allow the structures to heal if interception is in time.  Ask you dentist for help or a referral and the sooner the better.

Question 4

could you tell me what happens if someone breaks their jaw?

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Can be repaired: Typically, oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained to repair broken jaws through various means depending upon the extent and location of the fracture.

Question 5

tricks for unlocking my jaw and keeping it from getting locked?

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See a dentist: You should see a dentist who is experienced and knowledgeable in the treatment of temporomandibular dysfunctions for an evaluation.  Short of that, don't eat hard foods, limit yawns, don't scream, don't chew gum, and again see a dentist to evaluate your teeth, possible bruxism, malocclusions, etc.

Question 6

left jaw pain?

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Many things: Heart attack, impacted wisdom tooth, TMJ dysfunction, ear infection, muscle spasm, deep cavity in a tooth or into the nerve, poor sleeping position, your a boxer, etc.

Question 7

jaw lock for 2 days?

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Closed lock: Probably an issue referred to as a TMJ closed lock. This is not dangerous and usually is a result of inflammation resulting from chronic bruxism (tooth grinding) while you are asleep at night. It will likely resolve on it's own, but may require a visit to an oral surgeon. You'll want to consult with your dentist for splint therapy to avoid this in the future and to protect your joints and teeth.

Question 8

what causes lock jaw?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: Lock jaw or the inability to open or close the lower jaw can be related to a number of causes.  An infection, spasm of the muscles that control the opening and closing of the lower jaw, a broken jaw that did not heal correctly, and problems associated with the meniscus or disc in the TMJ are some possible causes.

Question 9

how to fix my lock jaw?

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Depends on the cause: Lock jaw or the ability to open and close the lower jaw may occur from a number of different causes.  The recommended course of treatment is dependent upon the cause.

Question 10

wheni chew my jaw hurts?

Accepted Answer

TMJ vs GCA: In your age group this is sometimes a worrisome sign known as jaw claudication and can bee seen with giant cell arteritis ( temporal arteritis) and polymyalgia rheumatica.  Probably a good idea to see doc to eliminate the possibility.

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