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If a ct scan showed no fracture or dislocate of jaw , but still pain and bite not aligned,what could be amiss?would an xray be better than a ct scan?

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Called TMJ: Most common cause I have seen is RA or other auto immune disorder. If you push on the joint is tender which shows siynovitis. XRAY or CT at time show nothing. See your PCP have blood tst done RAF, ANA, CRP/ CCP. and then tratmant.

Answered 9/11/2014

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If a ct scan showed no fracture or dislocate of jaw , but still pain and bite not aligned,what could be amiss?would an xray be better than a ct scan?

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