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The left side of my jaw feels like it dislocates and it makes crunching sounds, sometimes it locks shut. why does it do this and what can i do
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TMJ: You may be dealing with temporomandibular joint dysfunction. See an oral surgeon for evaluation and treatment.
Answered 8/30/2016
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