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Mild jaw angle pain (only w/ applied pressure) noticed yesterday.i have known tmd & wisdom teeth under surveillance by dentist for removal.any reason?
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Could be related: The jaw pain at the angle of the mandible could be a symptom associated with your TMJ dysfunction, as well as a wisdom tooth if symptomatic. Your dentist who is observing the wisdom tooth and TMD would be the best person to advise you if either are the sources or your jaw pain.
Answered 9/5/2015
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TMJ/TMD: The most common musculoskeletal disorder causing orofacial pain is a temporomandibular disorder. Earache, headache muscle pains are common symptoms. Rec.: orofacial pain practitioner for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 9/5/2015
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