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My jaw keeps clicking and it really hurts. i don't have tmj so what could it be?
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DO HAVE TMJ: If your jaw clicks and you have pain, you have symptoms of tmj/tmd. Even clicking or popping without pain signifies that there is a misalignment with the TMJ complex and it should be evalauted asap before locking or other symptoms may appear.
Answered 6/10/2014
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See an orthodontist: Long term, the literature shows that those who get treatment have the same outcome as those that do not. That said, a full coverage hard occlusal splint will unload your joints and relieve the pain. But, make sure you see a specialist to rule out any pathology such as tumors, autoimmune diseases (eg. Rheumatoid arthritis), etc.
Answered 2/28/2014
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TMJ: Yes, you do have TMJ. See a TMJ expert for advice and treatment.
Answered 3/18/2015
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See OFP specialist: Orofacial Pain provides diagnosis and management of pain in the face, TMJ disorders, locking jaw as well as, associated headaches and neck pain. Orofacial pain patients can be treated with conservative, non-surgical and reversible procedures. They are the experts in this field.
Answered 3/19/2015
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