Question 1

why does my mouth twitch when i tap a certain spot on my cheek?

Accepted Answer

Normal reflex: Tapping certain areas can cause a reflexive movement of the adjacent muscle.  This is normal.

Question 2

when i try to smile my mouth area starts twitching and i was wondering what causes this and how can i make it stop?

Accepted Answer

Facial dyskinesia: Would wonder if you have ever experienced bell's palsy, as facial synkinesis due to aberrant recovery could be a cause.  However, a condition termed hemifacial spasm may be an issue, and facial myokymia is also a possible choice.  Doubt you possess a tardive dyskinesia, and you did not mention problems elsewhere in your body, so sounds very localized,  find movement disorder neurologist.

Question 3

why is the left side of my mouth twitching and then it will draw.

Accepted Answer

Myokimias vs seizure: Twitching of small muscle group in the face is called myokimias and they are very benign and disappear w/o treatment. If the twitching involves the lower portion of one side of the face this is most likely a focal partial clonic motor seizureneck with full rom in all directions and w/o any focal tenderness.

Question 4

my mouth and tounge  have been tingling and twitching lately off and on for about a month more in the last few days  what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Twitching: Important to distinguish between a twitch or a movement in the tongue muscle themselves.  Tingling is a neurological symptom, but can be from a lot of causes.  Check electrolytes, calcium, magnesium, phosphate levels, as well as thyroid levels.    Something that perhaps your doctor should take a look at as well.  Good luck.

Question 5

what causes mouth twitching only after drinking alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol: Alcohol is a poison that never did anybody any good, ever, so stay away from it.
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Question 6

what are possible causes of involuntary muscle twitching of the face? particularly the mouth? no previous history.

Accepted Answer

Hemifacial spasm: Hemifacial spasm is an involuntary twitching of the facial muscles. Usually around the eye and corner of the mouth. It is thought to be caused by an artery that compresses the seventh cranial nerve. Treatment begins with medications to calm the nerve irritation. Botoxin injections is the next option and surgical microvascular decompression of the seventh nerve is performed for intractable spasms.

Question 7

what does it mean when when the face gets numb and have a tingling sensation and wants to start twitching to the side by the mouth area?

Accepted Answer

Neurologist: It means that you should be evaluated by a neurologist. These symptoms are quite concerning and could be a partial seizure syndrome, brain growth, a vascular blockage or even a superficial facial nerve disorder. Discuss this with your physician who can refer you to a speciaiist who will order the appropriate tests in order to make a diagnosis and get you treated.

Question 8

out of nowhere, a muscle or nerve started twitching near my mouth. it wouldn't stop-it was embarassing as i'm certain my client could see it. stress??

Accepted Answer

Twitching &amp; stress: this symptom is often associated with stress, anxiety, and/or lack of sleep.   In the absence of any other symptoms (stiffness, twitching, weakness, sensory changes) this is likely benign.  If it continues or if other symptoms develop as well, you should see your primary care doctor or a neurologist

Question 9

my face right next to my mouth had a twitching episode two times this past month. its wasnt very noticeable but i could feel it. could it be anxiety? i have high anxiety. i read online its very common to happen with severe anxiety. should i worry?

Accepted Answer

: You are right. It was probably from worry. Twitches can  occur any where in the body at times-normally. Nothing to worry about. have you thoght of meditation for anxiety. Try it It might help. Good luck.

Question 10

during a neurological exam for facial pain, twitching, numbness etc she noticed my eyebrows & mouth are asymmetric. what does that mean?

Accepted Answer

Normal: Asymmetrical means that the right and left sides of your head/face are not perfect mirror images. Don't worry about it though. This is normal for just about every human being on the planet.

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Why does my mouth twitch

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Why does my mouth twitch when i tap a certain spot on my cheek?

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When i try to smile my mouth area starts twitching and i was wondering what causes this and how can i make it stop?

A member asked:

Why is the left side of my mouth twitching and then it will draw.

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My mouth and tounge have been tingling and twitching lately off and on for about a month more in the last few days what could this be?

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What causes mouth twitching only after drinking alcohol?

A member asked:

What are possible causes of involuntary muscle twitching of the face? particularly the mouth? no previous history.

A member asked:

What does it mean when when the face gets numb and have a tingling sensation and wants to start twitching to the side by the mouth area?

A member asked:

Out of nowhere, a muscle or nerve started twitching near my mouth. it wouldn't stop-it was embarassing as i'm certain my client could see it. stress??

A member asked:

My face right next to my mouth had a twitching episode two times this past month. its wasnt very noticeable but i could feel it. could it be anxiety? i have high anxiety. i read online its very common to happen with severe anxiety. should i worry?

A member asked:

During a neurological exam for facial pain, twitching, numbness etc she noticed my eyebrows & mouth are asymmetric. what does that mean?

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