Possible: You describe the symptoms of tmj. Trauma an certainly be a cause of the popping. You need an evaluation for a diagnosis and treatment. A prosthodontist, oral surgeon or well trained general dentist. In the meantime eat a soft diet. Avoid chewy foods. Ibuprophen can help with the pain if this is safe for you to take.
Answered 3/19/2018
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Many: Symptoms of tmj/tmd can vary from person to person, severity, location and duration. It can affect the ears: ringing, aching, roaring, stuffiness, hearing loss; head, facial and neck: headaches, neck and facial pain; locking of the jaw: closed lock- limited opening, open lock- can't close; bite problems: can't touch the teeth, grinding, clenching; toothaches; lose teeth, fatigue, etc.
Answered 10/27/2015
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Very Likely: The symptoms you describe are classic signs of TMJ disorder. This can be treated by a well qualified dentist in the area of TMJ disorders. Your headaches can possibly be eliminated or greatly lessened through the proper TMJ treatment.
Answered 3/25/2015
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TMJ: Jaw popping and temple pain are indicative of TMJ so please see a dentist who is skilled at treating TMJ with hard splint therapy; works in 90+% of cases.
Answered 3/25/2015
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Could be TMJ: Sounds like it. Have exam by TMJ expert. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.
Answered 3/25/2015
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