Question 1

i have jaw pain. the pain got aggravated by (accaccidentally) opening my mouth too wide. can opening my mouth too wide cause my jaw to be dislocated?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can: The temporal mandibular joint is a complex hinged joint. Since it allows you open the mouth by lowering the  mandible (lower jaw) it can dislocate or cause spasm to floor,of the moth muscles by hyper opening. This may be able to be replaced via manipulation.,see a dentist for evaluation, although is learned it in PMR residency

Question 2

could the jaw pain when opening mouth be related to my wisdom teeth coming in?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Go to your dentist who will determine the source of your pain.  Do not be your own dentist.  Pain is the body's way of telling you that something is wrong.

Question 3

pain when opening mouth/chewing  too much, popping jaw, pain/tenderness behind, and in front of ear, ear fullness, headache, throat feel swollen/sore?

Accepted Answer

Dysfunction: Dysfunction of your jaw (temporomandibular) joint.  While there is no recognized specialty in Dentistry called TMJ, many general and specialist Dentist's have expertise in treating the jaw joints and associated tissues.  Start with your General Dentist who may offer you treatment or refer you to a colleague.  Help is available.

Question 4

ever since chewing hard candy two weeks ago, i've been having jaw pain. it is only when i open my mouth wide.

Accepted Answer

TMJoint pain: See a dentist with experience and knowledge of treating patients with TMJ/TMD (commonly known as "TMJ"). It's related to your Temporomandibular Joints and attached muscles and ligaments.  It could be a mild and temporary issue or an early sign of  a more serious condition.

Question 5

please help i have jaw pain, hurts to yawn, or open mouth wide?

Accepted Answer

TMD\TMJ: What you describe are some of the symptoms of temporomandibular joint dysfunction commonly referred to as tmj. Take some otc pain medication such as advil, motrin, aleve (naproxen) or what you would normally take for a headache. Stay on soft diet, don't chew gum, apply warm moist heat to area ; give it a few days. See a dentist who can better examine you for causes ; treatment options.

Question 6

difficult opening mouth and severe jaw pain 2 weeks after root canal. what can be causing this?

Accepted Answer

TMJ problem...: Your symptoms point to TMJ problem. You may have the problem prior to the appt. But it has not surfaced yet and during the root canal treatment you must open your mouth wide for a long time. This can trigger the symptoms. You can use hot and cold moist facial towels intermittenly applied at the joint area. Longer (around 30 sec.) with the heat vs. 10 sec. Cold. Contact your dentist.

Question 7

i have tmj and have been living with jaw pain on and off for 2 months now. i opened my mouth a bit wide. could that cause my jaw to dislocate?

Accepted Answer

TMJ pain: You are right about opening your mouth wide. Try not to do this. Eat a soft diet.  If you have not seen anyone to evaluate and treat your TMJ it is important that you do. My ou can be treated.

Question 8

i have right jaw pain at cheekbone hurts to bite down & open mouth wide hurts to touch no cavities , what's causing it?

Accepted Answer

Muscle spasm/strain: If the teeth are fine, and  no possibility of a fracture in the jawbone then this sounds like a  muscle issue. Most often  related to clenching from stress or overuse from chewing. Your closing(&some opening) muscles  are subject to spasm and strain. Hot moist compresses on the outside of the mouth and warm water soaks inside will help. Ibuprofen 400-600 mg 4 times /day for 5-7 days. Soft diet.

Question 9

why did i wake up with jaw pain? sore on the sides by the hinges, hurts to press on the areas and when i chew or open my mouth wide

Accepted Answer

Tmj: Usually those are symptomf on people thsth brux or clench teeth while sleeping. Tka some Ibuprofen and warm moist compresses on the affecred area will help to reduce the soreness.

Question 10

jaw pain or problems opening my mouth after wisdom teeth surgery, is normal? and how can i adjust it?

Accepted Answer

Stretched.: You had wisdom teeth removed and your jaw hurts.  This is because it was stretched open during surgery.  Normally the jaw remains closed.  Over time the soreness resolves.  Make sure you don't smoke it can dry the sockets.  Walk daily.  Drink fluids.  Be well.

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I have jaw pain. the pain got aggravated by (accaccidentally) opening my mouth too wide. can opening my mouth too wide cause my jaw to be dislocated?

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Could the jaw pain when opening mouth be related to my wisdom teeth coming in?

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Pain when opening mouth/chewing too much, popping jaw, pain/tenderness behind, and in front of ear, ear fullness, headache, throat feel swollen/sore?

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Ever since chewing hard candy two weeks ago, i've been having jaw pain. it is only when i open my mouth wide.

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Please help i have jaw pain, hurts to yawn, or open mouth wide?

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Difficult opening mouth and severe jaw pain 2 weeks after root canal. what can be causing this?

A member asked:

I have tmj and have been living with jaw pain on and off for 2 months now. i opened my mouth a bit wide. could that cause my jaw to dislocate?

A member asked:

I have right jaw pain at cheekbone hurts to bite down & open mouth wide hurts to touch no cavities , what's causing it?

A member asked:

Why did i wake up with jaw pain? sore on the sides by the hinges, hurts to press on the areas and when i chew or open my mouth wide

A member asked:

Jaw pain or problems opening my mouth after wisdom teeth surgery, is normal? and how can i adjust it?

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