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Clicking of jaw when chewing
Clicking sound when chewing movement is done. For few days (around a week) the same sound was perceived when opening mouth wide open but now it has gone. Only when I am trying to move jaw in circular movement like chew, now I am having the click.
There is a very faint pain sometimes.
Please suggest some exercises and what might have caused it.
(Note that since a month I am doing relatively regular and a little extensive cardio and have lost around 3 kgs, dont if weight loss is the reason. Also I have figured out that sometimes I choose to support opposite jaw with my palm while sitting. Don't know if thats the cause.)
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Please visit a Dentist preferably (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon) .Your problem definitely needs attention. Your dentist will give you a proper treatment protocol after doing thorough examination and take x-rays if needed. The only exercise you should do as of now is don’t open your mouth too wide while yawning or doing any other activity.
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Hai...clicking may be due to TMJ related disorder....limit wide opening of mouth...eat soft foods...jaw exercises will help...visit your nearby dentist..they will guide you in exercises...
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Dr. Priya Verma
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26 yrs exp
Bangalore
These are due to articular disc and TMJ problems. Avoid too wide mouth opening. When you are exercising do not clench your teeth. Consult a dentist if it continues to bother you
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If there is pain you can take an anti inflammatory like Combiflam
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