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I got smacked in jaw i can move it but could it be cracked?
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It's possible: Any trauma to the lower jaw runs the risk of fracture, depending upon the individual size and shape of the jaw and teeth. More often, trauma results in injury to the jaw joint, as joints are the weakest areas of the body most susceptible to traumatic injury. It would be prudent to start with a consultation with your dentist for an examination and radiographs.
Answered 10/27/2013
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