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Can car accident injuries have lasting effects?

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Dr. Neil Gottehrer answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Can injure TMJ: Can create injury to TMJ which can result inchronic headaches/neck pain.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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Chronic injuries: They can actually. These are typically head injuries, spine injuries, and orthopedic injuries. However, psychological coping can also be affected long term.

Answered 8/19/2020

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