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One side of my jaw has been feeling out of line for few days and now when i bite down it makes a noise, any suggestions?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes: See a dentist, preferable one with experience and training treating patients with tmd\tmjoint dysfunction. Your bite, jaw alignment and jaw joints will have to be evaluated.

Dr Lindquist agreed

Answered 5/1/2014

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