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Grating type noises during swallowing

2020-01-07 13:53:24
What type of sounds normal people hear from their tmj? Is it normal to hear grating type noises from my tmj near my ear when I try to swallow my spit or food? What are the symptoms of severe tmd?
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Clicking noise is most common. Clicking grating have same names. One third of population have clicking so it's normal if u having abnormality while opening or closing mouth then it's considered tmd kindly chat for more feedback

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Hi It is not normal of having sounds from tmj...you need to go for x ray examination of the tmj to check for abnormalities ...and the treatment plan should be plan according to that
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kindly visit dentist for further clinical examination and management

Answered2020-01-08 06:12:24

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