I have pain in my jaw joint on the left side everytime i open my mouth wide, yawn, or chew food. it hurts very bad and what do i do?

TMJoint?: See a dentist to determine if the problem is from an erupting wisdom tooth and\or most likely a TMJoint issue, or other problem. Once you are examined, the best way to treat the problem can be discussed. Please do not merely seek an internet solution to the relief of pain or discomfort. Take some OTC pain medication until tomorrow and stay on a soft diet.

TMJ: you have a problem with your TMJ either it is getting inflamed or unstable you could it can cause pain and headache and your jaw could get locked with wide yawning and you could not close it go and see your doctor and get checked

TMJ Syndrome: Sounds like you might have TMJ syndrome. Seek medical attention if you have persistent pain in your jaw, or if you can't open or close your jaw completely. Your doctor, your dentist or a TMJ specialist can discuss possible causes and treatments of your problem.

TMJ disorder: Temporo-mandibular disorder is the second most frequent cause of orofacial pain after dental pain. Earache, tight facial muscles, clicking and popping, headache and jaw pain are common symptoms. See an orofacial pain practitioner for a consultation and management of the TMJ.

TMJ?: Hard to say without a thorough history and exam. Cause, frequency and severity very important. I would see a TMJ/TMD specialist.

TMJ dysfunction: The muscles and ligaments that cause your jaw to move are not working smoothly. If you chew gum stop. Eat softer foods next 2-3 weeks. Apply moist heat to the joint area. Stress plays a big role in triggering TMJ problems. Find activities to help reduce your stress level. A splint may help as well. See a TMJ specialist for more detailed help.

TMJ: TMJ. See a TMJ expert. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.