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When i move my jaw side to side there is a loud crack/pop that comes through my ears and it hurts. what can it be? it has been ongoing for months

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Dr. Reed Day answered

Specializes in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

TMJ: This is definitely your TMJ (temporomandibular joint) see an oral surgeon who treats TMJ. this can be easily managed.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 4/6/2018

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