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My jaw hurts and will hardly open after a car wreck 1 yr ago. drs saw no problem in my x-ray. what is wrong?

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

TMJ: Car accidents frequently cause damage to the jaw joints that doesn't necessarily show up immediately. See a dentist, preferably one trained in trudenta therapy for examination, diagnosis and proper treatment.

Answered 2/15/2013

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TMJ: You need to see a dentist and have him or her check your tempromandibular joint. An x ray may not see anything because this may not be a bone problem but a muscle problem which needs to be taken care of.

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

TMJ: TMJ problem. See a TMJ expert. Any dentist can be a TMJ expert with the proper training and experience. Most commonly, oral surgeons, prosthodontists, and orofacial pain specialists. Ask your MD, your dentist and your dental society for referrals.

Answered 3/21/2015

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