I don't now if it is my wisdom tooth but it hurts Please Help.
2006-08-23 09:07:00 · 13 answers · asked by SunFlower 2 in Health ➔ Dental
Don't know for sure but from early teens I suffered from a condition that caused my jaw to drop out of place. Put your finger right next to your ear where your jaw joint is located. When you open your mouth you should be able to feel the joint and any movement in the joint. Mine got so bad it would lock open until the muscle relaxed. Had to have my jaws wired together for about 6 long weeks and it seemed to correct the problem.....Ask a dental specialist.
2006-08-23 09:18:30 · answer #1 · answered by SNOOP 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a wisdom tooth. Get to the dentist!
2006-08-23 09:12:08 · answer #2 · answered by batmantis1999 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
TMJ (tempro mandibular joint), or jaw is out of whack.
It's a very common ailment in people, and that is what is causing your pain.
If your dentist doesn't treat TMJ patients, he most likely will refer you to someone who does.
Sleeping with a mouth guard or "Night Guard" at night will help ease the pain in the morning. These are available from your dentist b/c he needs to custom fit them for about $200.00.
If you don't have dental insurance, Walmart and Walgreens have them in the tooth care aisle for about $20.00 bucks, but you will have to custom fit it yourself. Just follow the directions. It's easy.
2006-08-23 09:48:51 · answer #3 · answered by Big Bear 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is it at the joint?
Does it feel like something is in the way when you try to open?
Then it's TMJ or Temporo Mandibular Joint Dysfunction.
There is no known cure and many insurance plans won't pay for treatment.
Take some advil to help with the pain.
Go to a chiropractor. Many people have gotten relief with chiropractic.
2006-08-23 09:12:01 · answer #4 · answered by Salami and Orange Juice 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's either your wisdom tooth or a cavity. Sometimes the cavity gets to the root and if infected, cause pain in the nerve ending. Go get it checked out.
2006-08-24 05:40:52 · answer #5 · answered by C93 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure about how the jaw surgery works. I don't think you will need headgear after the surgery. You will probably wear it before the surgery. Good luck with your jaw.
2016-03-27 02:45:17 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
That happened to me. It didn't last for very long. My jaw would pop when I opened it but it is fine now.
2006-08-23 09:13:09 · answer #7 · answered by countrychic2004 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it may be due to some infection
go consult dentist
2006-08-23 09:21:21 · answer #8 · answered by sarah m 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Why sure we know why, and for an appointment with me at my professional office, I will tell you why.
2006-08-23 09:12:15 · answer #9 · answered by festus_porkchop 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go to the dentist.
2006-08-23 09:09:21 · answer #10 · answered by johnavaro 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋