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What does jaw tightness/stiffness/pain indicate?
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TMJ or MFPDS: Usually this would be related to a TMJ problem or a myofacial pain dysfunction syndrome.
Answered 3/31/2015
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Possible TMJ symptom: These conditions could be related to TMJ symptoms. See your dentist.
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Bruxism/TMJ: Could be bruxism (clench and grind teeth), related or unrelated to TMJ (jaw joint) pain. See TMJ expert for evaluation.
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