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My jaw tenses up and won't release on one side . it doesn't lock up its just really tight. could i have tmj without the clicking ?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: Some joint displacement and pterygoid hypertrophy (jaw tightness) are usually the result of chronic nocturnal (nighttime) clenching. These nighttime events create tremendous muscle force and activity that can be at play. Find a dentist trained in treating jaw tension with a nti devise.
Answered 3/3/2014
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MFP: You might have myofacial pain dysfunction syndrome or a dysfunctional joint. May have to do with your occlusion and/or parafunctional habits (grinding/clenching). See your dentist who may also want thou to see an orthodontist.
Answered 3/3/2014
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Yes: Tmd can have a variety of symptoms. Tight jaw muscles are what creates the tension in the jaw joint (tmj). These tight jaw muscles are a result from clenching and/or grinding at night as the previous dr. Correctly stated. Usually what is causing the muscles to contract at night putting this strain on the muscles, joint and teeth is a response of the muscles to a bite imbalance. See TMJ specialist.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Yes: Yes. TMJ is a collection of disorders, some of which exist without clicking. See an oral surgeon for expert advice.
Answered 3/18/2015
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