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It is normal to be able to crack your jaw?

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Controversial: Some will say any cracking is abnormal. I believe without discomfort it is being able to slide the upper part of your jaw over a bony structure at the base of the skull. This can happen in most upon opening really wide. Point is no pain. If there is pain, not good.

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Answered 9/13/2012

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