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Why does my jaw feel tight and clenched, eith a little bit of pain? even when i am not chewing or talking?
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Clenching: You are probably clenching your teeth without being aware, possibly due to stressful circumstances. A dentist may provide an appliance to reduce the clenching and you may need to use it at night as well.
Answered 4/12/2020
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Bruxism: The muscles of chewing are in spasm.
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