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Feels tight under right jaw but don't feel any swelling at all..jaw was hurting to open..that feels better but not gone, what could cause this?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Hard to tell: But it could be TMJ problem, especially if you were chewing or biting tough or hard foods. If it recurs, see a head and neck surgeon.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Feels tight under right jaw but don't feel any swelling at all..jaw was hurting to open..that feels better but not gone, what could cause this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

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