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What could be a cause for lower jaw pain? what can i do?

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Infection or TMJ: Pain can be caused by an infection (bacteria) or it can be caused because the system is not able to function in a normal painfree manner. You will need to check with you dentist to find the cause of the problem and then seek the proper treatment to correct the cause(s).

Answered 4/6/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Many things: Trauma, tooth decay, infected tooth, periodontal disease, benign tumor, malignant tumor, muscle pain, TMJ (jaw joint) problems, ear infection(referred to jaw), See oral surgeon for diagnosis/treatment recommendations.

Answered 4/6/2015

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Need Consultation: Some things are: 1) infected tooth. 2) cavities. 3) gum disease. 4) malignant (cancer) 5) muscle dysfunction. 6) TMJ malfunctions.\ 7) etc., .

Answered 7/20/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

A few things: Trauma, tooth decay, infected tooth, periodontal disease, benign tumor, malignant tumor, muscle pain, TMJ (jaw joint) problems, ear infection(referred to jaw), See oral & maxillofacial surgeon to diagnose/treat.

Answered 3/31/2015

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