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My jaw pops and sometimes only opens half way. what could be wrong?
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See below: A 'locking' jaw is usually caused by the disc in the jaw joint becoming malpositioned. This can be caused by clenching or bruxism (grinding the teeth at night). When the jaw 'locks', it can be in an open position or a closed position. This is a temporomandibular joint disorder (tmj). This can be treated by a dentist (with oral appliances) who has the proper training and experience.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Partial disc : You may have a partial disc tear. Depending on where it slides off the condyle depends how i=unstable it is. You need an MRI for proper diagnosis.
Answered 6/10/2014
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