Question 1

what causes jaw to lock up?

Accepted Answer

Disk problem: As your jaw opens the bone slides along with the disk in the socket.  If end of the bone and disk are out of sync then it can cause your jaw to get stuck or "lock" into  an open position.  If that happens try messaging the TMJ muscles to relax back to close.  If your jaw locking problem becomes painful consult your dentist immediately.

Question 2

why does my jaw keep cracking?

Accepted Answer

TMJ: This could be an issue with the temporomandibular joint (tmj). If you just hear a sound while chewing... That is the movement of the condyle of the jaw bone in the joint space. A popping sensation could be a problem with the joint cavity. A pain when chewing or talking could be inflammation of the joint space.

Question 3

why does my jaw keep locking up?

Accepted Answer

See a specialist.: You have a problem with the jaw joint(s) commonly called tmj. The best thing to do is see a dentist specially trained to treat this type of problem. My recommendation is to google "trudenta dentists" enter your zip code and see if one is near enough to you to go to. If not, google TMJ specialist and see what is available.

Question 4

why is my jaw trying to lock up?

Accepted Answer

Locking jaw: The joint itself is very mobile and the disk in the joint is very mobile as well. The disk is often out of proper position, as the disk attachments may have been stretched. What you feel is the jaw bone sliding over the displaced disk, a "catch" often with a popping noise as you open. The management of TMJ disk problems is usually conservative unless pain or decreased function or locking is severe.

Question 5

is chin/jaw reduction worth it ?

Accepted Answer

Chin reduction: Well, it depends how bad you want it. Also, depends if you have any functional deficit.

Question 6

does your jaw thicken as you age?

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Jaws grpw: You jaw will continue to grow until the age of 12 to 15, but sometimes it may grow slightly longer.  The growth should be symmetrical and there should not be any pain or problems.  Seek professional help if it appears that this may be anything but normal growth.

Question 7

pain on left side of jaw--causes?

Accepted Answer

Need more Info: Anatomy (what is there) dictates what might be the problem.  Jaw bone?  Teeth?  Muscles?  Tmj?  Gland?  How long ago did it start?  Previous trauma?  Swelling?  Infection?  If it doesn't go away and bothers you, go see a doctor.

Question 8

can i make my jaw bigger/stronger?

Accepted Answer

No: The size of your jaw is what it will be based on your genetics, eating exercises your jaw would really not recommend anything unusual as it may damage the joint (tmj).

Question 9

how to make pain in your jaw go away?

Accepted Answer

Causation?: Depends on what the cause is. Could be many things. Some not serious. Some serious. See oral surgeon for diagnosis.

Question 10

can you tell me about jaw wired shut?

Accepted Answer

Surgical procedure: Having the jaws wired is a surgical procedure that can be performed via a number of different techniques.  A bar and/or wires can be attached to the teeth in each jaw and additional wires or elastic bands can be used to hold the teeth together.  Another technique is to use special screws placed in each jaw with wires or elastic band connecting the screws.  Another way is use suspension wires.

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