A member asked:

44f. jaw clicks when i open and close it , sometimes painful to open mouth in the morning , ear feels full and slightly painful and ear rings. cause?

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Sounds like: TMJ problem. Avoid chewing on hard things like nuts and beef jerky, avoid gum chewing, avoid opening too wide. Try a night guard and avoid eating close to bedtime to minimize teeth grinding. Get opinion from head & neck or maxillofacial surgeon.

Answered 5/19/2015

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