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Sharp pain under left jaw line that comes and goes and only last a few seconds what can cause this?
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Several possibilites: Some of the causes of pain under the jaw(mandible) include dental infections, inflammation or infection of salivary glands and formation of a stone in the ducts leading from the salivary glands. If the discomfort persists for several days you need to see your physician for an examination.
Answered 7/22/2015
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