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What Causes Popping Sensation And Pain In The Jaw?

Experiencing right jaw popping that has just been a grinding sound in my ear when I would open and close mouth , now cracking a lot and pain for 4 days, especially brushing teeth the movement cause severe stiffening with discomfort, had this in high school now 61; another age ailment?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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Hello,

It looks like you have jaw joint related problem like TMJ/TMD. It is the cause of grinding and popping sensation of the jaw joint along with pain and stiffness.

So my suggestion is to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated. A clinical examination and investigation like panoramic x-ray should be done to rule out the exact cause.

You can be advised a combination of painkillers and muscle relaxant, mouth guards and Physiotherapy for relief.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Honey Arora
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What Causes Popping Sensation And Pain In The Jaw?

Hello, It looks like you have jaw joint related problem like TMJ/TMD. It is the cause of grinding and popping sensation of the jaw joint along with pain and stiffness. So my suggestion is to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated. A clinical examination and investigation like panoramic x-ray should be done to rule out the exact cause. You can be advised a combination of painkillers and muscle relaxant, mouth guards and Physiotherapy for relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Honey Arora