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Could Overbite Cause Sore Gums, Jaw Pain?
Hello. Recently i have been having problems with sore gums usually in the morning. I also have slight jaw pain and when i open my mouth, the left side of my jaw will click. On the opposite side i have an overbite and i don t know if this could be causing these problems. Thank you for your help in advance.
Mon, 9 Jun 2014
Hello,
This soreness of gums can be because of infection of gums, it can not be because of jaw pain or clicking.
For relief from soreness of gums you have to get cleaning of gums done with the dentist, and even this jaw pain and clicking shows that there is some problem in the jaw joint called as temporomandibular joint, so get it examined too for the problem.
Hope it will help you.
This soreness of gums can be because of infection of gums, it can not be because of jaw pain or clicking.
For relief from soreness of gums you have to get cleaning of gums done with the dentist, and even this jaw pain and clicking shows that there is some problem in the jaw joint called as temporomandibular joint, so get it examined too for the problem.
Hope it will help you.
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Yes,overbite can sometimes cause problems (though few will not pose any problems) .If overbites aren’t treated they can cause Temporo Mandibular Joint Syndrome or TMJ. which causes neck pain, sleeping problems, jaw pain and migraines. The bottom teeth can cause problems for the upper palate if they rub against it.
I would advice you to schedule an appointment with the Orthodontist and get the correction treatment done.
Thanks and regards.
Read your query.
Yes,overbite can sometimes cause problems (though few will not pose any problems) .If overbites aren’t treated they can cause Temporo Mandibular Joint Syndrome or TMJ. which causes neck pain, sleeping problems, jaw pain and migraines. The bottom teeth can cause problems for the upper palate if they rub against it.
I would advice you to schedule an appointment with the Orthodontist and get the correction treatment done.
Thanks and regards.
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