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Vertigo spell from clenching teeth/leaning on hand at desk. as soon as i change position of jaw or remove hand the vertigo resolves. tmj? jaw pops sum

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Dr. Parag Parikh answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Unlikely relation: If you are having true vertigo, ie a distinct spinning sensation it is slightly less likely that clenching of the jaw and hand movement are the causes. With a previous history of headache, atypical migraines are a possibility as are issues with decreasing blood flow to the brain which would occur anytime one strains or exerts oneself. TMJ dysfunction is not known as a common cause of true vertigo.

Answered 3/23/2015

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Displacement: You may have some joint dysfunction. Vertigo associated with TMD is not uncommon. 2 suggestions: 1) See your Dentist to evaluate your joints and your occlusion. Orthodontic and/or Oral Surgical consultations may be in order, and 2) Stop leaning on your hand.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Not True Vertigo: True vertigo (spinning) does not occur due TMJ problems You do have some TMJ symptoms. Seek evaluaiton from and ENT doc and TMJ expert.

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