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Why does it feel when i push my jaw up from bottom, left side near molars, like i am able to move them up to touch top row of teeth, like a grinding sensation.the right side of jaw is steady and does not move up to give grinding sensation when closed?

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Requires examination: First, understand that we are not bilaterally perfectly symmetric. Second, the only way for us to determine why you have different experiences. You will require an in-depth dento-facial examination and probably imaging, to determine if this is simply normal variation or the indicator of a problem. Please see your Dentist.

Answered 10/12/2020

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A member asked:

Why does it feel when i push my jaw up from bottom, left side near molars, like i am able to move them up to touch top row of teeth, like a grinding sensation.the right side of jaw is steady and does not move up to give grinding sensation when closed?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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