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Jaw aches on both sides. i notice that i unintentionally hold my jaw n such a way that it aches once i correct it but goes back n 2 that position. y?
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TMJ: 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. See an orofacial pain specialist for evaluation and treatment. Check site for OFP near you: http://www.aaop.org/
Answered 7/16/2014
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