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It really hurts my temple and the side of my jaw bone (on the inside of my mouth) to open my mouth. what could be causing the pain?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

TMJ?: Sounds alot like TMJ. Could be other oral/dental causes. See an oral surgeon for diagnosis and treatment/referral.

Dr Coleman agreed

Answered 4/10/2015

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A member asked:

It really hurts my temple and the side of my jaw bone (on the inside of my mouth) to open my mouth. what could be causing the pain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Dr Coleman agreed

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