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Temporomandibular disorders
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My jaw hurts every time I eat. The doctor said I have tmj. My gum also hurts as well as my left ear and throat. Do I need surgery for that? Is my case dangerous?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi, Pediatrics - Your symptoms are typical of TMD (temporo-mandibular joint disease), as this joint is traversed by two major nerves that supply the head, face and neck, as such any disturbance in the TMJ may very wel... Read More
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Hi my jaw cracks and pops when i chew or even move it around and recently its causing pain i got a rubber retainer, how does it help and is it a solution? are there any proposed solutions thank you
Dr. Zakia Dimassi, Pediatrics - This is known as temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ) disease (TMD). The most common factor contributing to TMD is a bite problem affecting the joint itself. The structure of individual teeth, if interfered... Read More
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I sometimes feel pain in my cheek muscles
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Dr. Ivana Dabaj, Pediatric Neurology - It could be a problem in one of the temporomandibular joints (the joints of your jaw). You should avoid chewing gum and hard food. If it persists you should see an ENT (ear-nose-throat physician).
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