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What are the symptoms of tmj? and can tmj cause one side of my face to flush and feel ho

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

TMJoint symptoms: Here is a good general overview: http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/temporomandibular-disorders Your specific symptoms of feeling "flush and hot" is not a typical symptom of TMJ dysfunction and may reflect an infection or other medical issue. See your General Dentist or your PCP for an evaluation.

Answered 3/17/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

TMJ dysfunction: TMJ disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. The common symptom are: headache, jaw pain, neck pain, eye pain, earache. Proper diagnosis is the key for the successful treatment. This disorder will not resolve on its own with home care. Rec.: orofacial pain specialist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 9/29/2016

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TMJ pain: The symptoms of TMJ may include headache, earache, clicking or popping when eating. Feeling flush and not is. It typical and may indicate and infection. See a dentist for an. Evaluation to find out what is causing your symptoms.

Answered 3/17/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Varied symptoms: What are symptoms of TMJ? Common TMJ symptoms: pain/tenderness of face, jaw joint area, ear, neck and shoulders, limited mouth opening, jaws that get "stuck" or "lock" in the open- or closed-mouth position, jaw joint clicking, popping, or grating sounds, , painful chewing, ear symptoms (hearing loss, imbalance, ear ringing, stuffiness). Facial flushing and hotness can occur with TMJ

Answered 3/17/2015

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