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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
TMD type problem
Answered by
Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. - Dental
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TMD type problem
by wareagle6, Oct 04, 2007 12:00AM
Back in 1993 while having soreness in my jaw I was told by a periodontist that I actually didn't have TMJ but rather an anatomic defect--joint formed like a Z. Hasn't bother me in years until yesterday. Always careful to not eat chewy type things--no gum for sure. Last night it felt as if the jaw was out of "joint" and went from 0-10 in pain quickly. Do I go see a regular dentist or what should I do now? It is real sore but isn't acute pain. I know that there is really not much anyone can do --do I wait this out or do I go see someone?
Doctor's Answer
by Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. , Oct 04, 2007 12:00AM
, Oct 04, 2007 12:00AM
I would find a dentist that specializes in TMJ dysfunction.You can call your local dental society for a referral or your own dentist.
