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Should i go to the doctor's if i have a broken or dislocated jaw?
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Definitely: Any type of abnormality with the jaw, or tmj(temporomandibular joint), should be evalated as soon as possible by a dentist. Failure to adequately diagnose and/or treat a TMJ problem can lead to long term functional problems.
Answered 12/29/2016
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Jaw Problems: A broken jaw is a fracture in the jaw bone. A dislocated jaw means the lower part of the jaw has moved out of its normal position at one or both joints where the jaw approximates the skull. Both conditions are best treated by a qualified physician or oral surgeon.
Answered 3/25/2015
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Of course: See a dentist for Panoramic or CT x-rays, diagnosis, treatment or referral to an oral surgeon.
Answered 3/25/2015
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No question: Question on severity of your description. Consider an oral surgeon as first visit
Answered 3/25/2015
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Yes: Yes, oral surgeon ASAP.
Answered 3/25/2015
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