I have a problem with my jaw everytime I chew something it hurt so bad.?

Question

I am having this problem for more than 15 years but sometimes is worst now I can even hear in my ear like sand coming down something or little noises, This problem came to me because when I was pregnant I used to vomit alot and something happend to me jaw, but I dont know if this could be fix?

Answer 1

Most likely TMJ - temporomandibular joint dysfunction.

Link:

http://health.yahoo.com/ency/healthwise/hw209469

Several treatments: Medication, Physical therapy, or surgery.

Answer 2

It sounds to me like TMJ Disfunction, I know all too well because I had it. Not a fun thing to have. It is a problem with your jaw joint. Try to relax that as much as possible, massage it, gently open your mouth and stretch it and when you chew, go easy (no really hard stuff).

You may want to seek out a couple of opinions with Orthodontists. I strongly suggest you take the least invasive method to try first, possibly a night guard to wear while you sleep so you don't grind your teeth.

Answer 3

holy cow! i have the exact samething and i play the flute [probably has no affect]. my jaw keeps poping and hurting a lot. when i open my mouth wide [like trying to bite into an apple] it feels like im over stretching it, like stretching a rubber band too far. Sometimes in the morning i cant quite open it that far. and in some cases i could barely open my mouth. to help with the pain, i just massage the joint area. it helps me hope it helps!

Answer 4

You could have intra-articular cratilage issues, or have inflammation indicating osteoarthritis. Get an arthroscope Go to http://www.oceansurgical.com.au/ to find out more

Answer 5

I would ask a doctor not someone on yahoo answers

Answer 6

Of course this can be fixed. don't put up with the pain