Not able to open mouth

2018-04-07 09:03:02
My wife finding trouble opening her mouth facing trouble because she eats pan masala so please do revert me back not a single finger go in the mouth
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visit a dental proffessional asap

Answered2018-04-07 09:44:01

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This seems to be a precancerous condition called Oral submucous fibrosis. Do not neglect. See an  oncosurgeon immediatelu

Answered2018-04-07 09:37:29

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The first thing to do is to stop chewing pan masala immediately. This is probably oral submucus fibrosis ( osmf) . Consult a good oral surgeon. Injections can be given to increase mouth opening. Do not ignore this condition as it is considered pre cancerous

Answered2018-04-07 09:14:56

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