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Can't Open my mouth Properly
I Cannot open my mouth properly. I cannot even eat a little spicy foods. What do i need to do? I eat tobacco.
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Since you are a chronic tobacco user the most probable disease you may be having is called sub mucous fibrosis of the cheek mucosa caused by constant and chronic use of tobacco and betelnut .
Next Steps
immediate visit to an experienced doctor who could with laser stripping of the cheek mucosa open your mouth . stop using any and all tobacco and betel nut or supari .
Health Tips
take multivitamisns , and get immediate treatment . stop all tobacco for good . submucous fibrosis may lead to oral cancer later .
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Hello,
Long term tobacco user usually face the problem of limited mouth opening. I suggest you to show a nearby dentist ASAP.
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There could be some changes that has happened in your mouth following the use of tobacco.
Next Steps
consult a nearby dentist as soon as possible
Health Tips
Try to give away tobacco chewing habit, gradually it will improve the health of the teeth and mouth
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Dr. Vasavi.A
Dentist
15 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello. The condition you are having could be a side effect of chewing tobacco. Please stop tobacco chewing and visit a dentist at the earliest. Early intervention is very important. When treated at early stages, the condition can be reversed.
Next Steps
First thing, completely stop tobacco chewing. Treatment is of no use if you continue to chew tobacco.
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Please visit your nearest dentist for treatment options.
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