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What causes jaw popping/clicking when i am opening and closing my mouth?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A disc: There is a cartilage disc in the jaw joint and if it is displaced it can cause clicking or popping. Generally not a concern unless you are having difficulty opening your mouth or having pain.
Answered 3/28/2015
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TMJ disk displaced: Having popping/clicking TMJ noises not necessarily a problem. Many people experience these noises. Without pain or limitation of function the noise itself is not an issue. If you have locking or limited movement, "ear" pain, headaches, morning jaw stiffness/soreness, difficulty chewing, bruxism, previous jaw injuries or other jaw conditions, the problem is more serious. Then see a TMJ specialist.
Answered 5/12/2019
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Disc Displacement: Disc displacement with reduction is usually not accompanied by pain indicating that most patients are able to adapt to the dysfunction.
Answered 3/29/2015
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