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My jaw sometimes pops, it is painless but sometimes it produces an audible click. it recently started occurring, what could be the cause of this? all answers are appreciated

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Pops: Indicates that the disk in your jaw joint is out of position. Please see a Dentist fluent in TMJ treatment for evaluation.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 8/16/2020

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