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Can tmj disc displacemt wih arthric changes fir 14y cause hemifacial spasm?s this a neurological affectiont? worried for it because i constanly have

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Possible: He needs dental treatment badly. And yes, a neurologic problem can also cause his problem but I would focus on the more obvious first.

Dr Rosenfeld agreed

Answered 5/23/2019

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