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What could be causing my clicking jaw?
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TMJ: A cracking jaw can be a symptom of temporomandibular joint dysfunction, commonly called tmj. See a dentist who is trained in TMJ diagnosis and treatment or a physician specializing in orthopedics.
Answered 6/10/2014
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