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I have had pain and tightness in my jaw, cheeks, chin, and at times in neck. have had x-ray both at doctor and dentist office. x-rays all show normal. been going on for 4 months now. no improvement.
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See an OFP: Orofacial Pain includes a number of clinical problems involving the masticatory muscles or TMJ. Some people may experience pain in the ears, cheeks or side of the head, while others experience problems with their bite, clicking noise when moving the jaw. They are the expert in this field.
Answered 1/24/2015
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