A member asked:

Just the last 2 days when i eat my jaw and cheeks hurt! but mostly my cheeks hurt while eating! what's wrong with me?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

TMJ?: Strong chance it's TMj (jaw joint) problem. Associated problems ear pain, joint clicking, morning headache, bruxism habit. See oral surgeon for diagnosis. If TMJ see 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 4/24/2015

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Muscles cramps: Constant clenching and bruxing overworks the chewing muscles and causes them to get a cramps. See your dentist for evaluation and night guard fabrication

Answered 4/19/2015

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