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What causes smacking food when chewing with my mouth closed? i take small bites. i don't think my jaw is aligned correctly. this is embarrassing.
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See your dentist: If you are really concerned about your jaw and/or occlusion(bite), your dentist can readily address this issue.
Answered 3/3/2015
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