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My right side jaw is painful. not able to chew from the right side or clench my teeth together. the left side is ok i can clench or chew from it but causes pain to the right. is it something i should worry about?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Certainly: Pain where you cannot chew or bite down needs to be investigated. Please see a local dentist.
Answered 12/17/2020
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High filling: You may have a filling or crown that is out of alignment. Pain is caused by pressure when you bite. See your dentist for an adjustment An x-ray is also recommended.
Answered 12/17/2020
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See your Dentist: You might have Cavity on right side .See your Dentist for proper treatment .You may even have impacted tooth causing the problem.
Answered 1/2/2021
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