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1 year ago i unhinged my jaw, now it is out of place. it stays out of place until i click it back so i can open my mouth fully. i got used to it but last night something happened and it hurts more. my teeth dont sit in place. do you have any advice?

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Displaced disc: You may have a displaced disc in your jaw joint. See a specialist Oral Surgeon immediately.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 3/2/2020

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Stop: Stop dislocating your jaw. You're stressing you TMJ and over time that can cause damage.

Answered 3/6/2020

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A member asked:

1 year ago i unhinged my jaw, now it is out of place. it stays out of place until i click it back so i can open my mouth fully. i got used to it but last night something happened and it hurts more. my teeth dont sit in place. do you have any advice?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Davantzis agreed

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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