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Cancerous cyst removed with wisdom tooth 10 years ago, 5 years later tmj had deteriorated on the same side. would these issues be related? im only 25.
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Reasonable Chance: A common cause of this disorder is trauma, especially after a surgical incision or blow to the face, neck or head.
Answered 12/11/2015
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