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Naproxen 500mg not helping with tmj pain/cheek swelling. what to do?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See OFP: See an orofacial pain specialist for evaluation, ct scan (not mri) and treatment. They are the experts in facial pain, headaches and tmj. You need a professional care to avoid future complications. Take care.

Answered 11/28/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Evaluation: You need a thorough history and exam with a Dr. Could be many causes and need to treat source, not symptoms.

Answered 11/28/2014

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

See TMJ Expert: See a TMJ specialist. 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 3/23/2015

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