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TMD and Crossbites

dana007

I have had a crossbite since as far as I remember. I started treatment with braces when I was 13, and had them removed when I was 16. I w...

15 answers | 2 comments

temporal tendonitis vs. parotid blockage

wendysue2415

Hi, I have been experiencing pain along my facial nerve( over right ear, temple, jaw, teeth) for about four wks. now. Dentist exam is ...

3 answers

TMJ solutions for joint effusion

rheamoss

After 3 years of constant 24 hour pain in my facial muscles and jaw have finally been diagnosed with TMJ issues. I had an MRI which sh...

4 answers

jaw pain with headaches

shorty770

Hi, can you please help? I have severe jaw pain that turns into a really severe headache. I feel it in my face and neck and jaw. It start...

3 answers

Sharp Burning Pain while eating

KyleG

Since I was little I would always get this sharp intense pain as soon as I put food in my mouth start to chew my food. Right as it touche...

4 answers | 1 comment

Can bare;y open my mouth an Inch after Tooth Exaction?

SirSkully

About a month ago I was in the hospital due to an infection caused by two molars on my right side. Prior to that I was unable to open my ...

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