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What does jaw tightness/stiffness/pain indicate?

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Dr. Scott Harwood answered

TMJ or MFPDS: Usually this would be related to a TMJ problem or a myofacial pain dysfunction syndrome.

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Dr. Scotty Bolding answered

Possible TMJ symptom: These conditions could be related to TMJ symptoms. See your dentist.

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Bruxism/TMJ: Could be bruxism (clench and grind teeth), related or unrelated to TMJ (jaw joint) pain. See TMJ expert for evaluation.

Answered 3/31/2015

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A member asked:

What does jaw tightness/stiffness/pain indicate?

6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Scott Harwood answered

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Scotty Bolding answered

Dr Gallia agreed

Dr. Louis Gallia answered

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