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A member asked:

What can l do to get rid of tmj pain? i get a lot of pain in jaw on one side and l can't relax my jaw.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Determine the cause: Once the cause is determined then treatment can begin. Are you grinding? Clenching? Are your teeth in proper occlusion? Is there an actual problem with the joint? I would suggest that you make an appointment with a local dentist to begin the investigation as to the cause.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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