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Pain below the ear joint
Whenever I open my mouth, the left side of the face below the ear gives a clicking sound and hurts. Also, if I eat something hard that is apple it hurts and it pains when I try to open my mouth too wide.
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Go for opg and cbct
In meantime take jointnil tab (samay Pharma ) twice daily for 15 days
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Hello dear
Please be aware
You are having TMJ problem which could be dislocation or acute fibrosis.it needs both physiotherapy and medications.for further details you can consult me
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Dr. Peeyush Sharma
Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon
8 yrs exp
Jaipur
This condition is known as disc displacement with reduction.visit your oral and maxillofacial surgeon for its treatment.
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Dear Patient
Please share more information like since how long , did you get hurt in the jaws ,etc.
This problem needs treatment. Avoid opening mouth too wide it can worsen the problem.
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Visit for TMJ checkup
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avoid self medication and diagnosis
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