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Jaw problem
After almost 1 year, seeing my tmj post x ray my tmj doctor said to me t that now I should go to the next phase treatment that is orthodontic treatment but even now I can feel from outside that my jaw muscle are tight and both the jaw position are not symmetric and balanced. Also after removing my tmj splint I can't bite or chew properly. Now what should I do? How can I be sure that there is no problem in my jaw joint and tmj disk?
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If there is problem u can hear clicking sounds while opening ur jaw.. unless we examine ur condition..can't tell what to do.
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Dr. Sagar Suresh Joshi
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Pune
If the tmj problem is due to malocclusion then correction of malocclusion is necessary and proper diagnosis and treatment planning is must. So take opinion of orthodontist.
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orthodontist and Maxillofacial Surgeon visit for TMJ correction.
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Till the time alternate hot and cold application along with TMJ physiotherapy will give you relief.
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Dr. Priya Kumari Sinha
Dental Surgeon
8 yrs exp
Delhi
You can't bite or chew properly, it may be due to improper or unbalanced occlusion. So you should go for the next phase of treatment that is, orthodontic treatment. You should consult to a orthodontist.
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