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Jaw Pain TMJ Pain
Dear Doctor,
Jaw Pain and Pain Near TMJ can be diagnosed with OPG Xray..? I have pain of Jaw and TMJ on both the sides. Deep cavities are noted on both sides. Can the pain is because of that..?
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Yes Jaw pain Near TMJ can diagnosed with OPG xray. Sometime require CBCT .
And Definitely your pain due to cavities.
A cavity can result in jaw pain when the tooth deteriorates to a point where the tooth root becomes infected. This infection can spread to tissues in the jawbone which can cause severe pain .
Next Steps
Visit nearest dentist for proper diagnosis
Health Tips
Take Antibiotics and pain relievers.
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Yes ..there is definitely a possibility of jaw pain due to cavities on the teeth .
Get the treatment done , only then it can be diagnosed properly.
Next Steps
consult a dentist immediately.
Health Tips
Antibiotics and painkillers will help for the pain.
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