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Why does my jaw hurt after eating/chewing? what could be the problem?
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TMJ: You may have inflammation of the temporomandibular joint. This can be treated by your dentist with a bite guard, certain exercises, muscle relaxants, anti-inflammatories. See your dentist.
Answered 5/12/2016
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