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Tmj and jaw pain
Actually wisdom tooth got removed. Few months back still causing jaw swelling and discomfort around ear. Only right side. I won't have chewing habits. I am already considered oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Doctor is telling that tmj is not my specialty. There is no dental issues and x ray is clear. Then I have consult ent surgeon. Really I won't blame for doctors. Some times causing headache along with jaw pain. Back side of ear and jaw dragging and pulling sensation. Facial pains too. Only consuming fruits juices. Not hard food or not chewing at all. Really I did not know who to consider dentist or ent surgeon. I have many doctors too. Girls won't have any habits.
There could be several reasons for this,please notice if you hear popping sound while opening your month.
The proper diagnosis can only be made with proper investigations.(C.T,X ray etc).
For this you need to visit a higher center having oral and maxillofacial speciality.
Don't panic this could only be a very minor problem and can be treated manually and with proper medications and excercises.
Please go ahead with a higher center just to be sure about this.Do consult a oral and maxillofacial surgeon having experience in TMJ surgery,ENT mostly wont be of much help.I hope this helps,wishing you good health.
Next Steps
Consult Oral medicine and radiology specialist,after a diagnosis is made they will themselves refer you to the concerned speciality.
Health Tips
eat lots and lots of liquids and fruits and apply cold pack near joint area.
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Consult Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon in your region or contact me
Next Steps
1. avoid wide mouth opening
2. soft diet
3. fomentation on the TMJ region 3-4 times a day
4. bilateral chewing should be practiced
Health Tips
maintain oral hygiene
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Hi
I take your point ,sorry to hear that.
Migraine ,bruxism also has these symptoms, please get it crossed check ,if oral concern is not the issue.
Health Tips
Advised to have a soft diet, use a spoon to have food, apart from a liquid diet.
Advised to keep yourself hydrated
Advised cold and warm sponging
Advised to refrain from stress
Advice intake of Coffee
Hope your question is answered
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