Question for dentists or doctors

Well, you’ve certainly come to the right place for expert advice.

TMJ?

Likely TMD. Go see your provider.

They may offer some Botox to help.

Call the dentist who pulled your tooth

Could be BJ Jaw from overuse

I'm glad that you know that dentists aren't doctors.

Was a 3D X-ray taken before you had the extraction? If not, it may be a good idea to have one done now since you are experiencing pain. Ask your dentist if he has one or if he needs to refer you out to someone who does.

You should ask a real doctor for advice, abka chiropractor.

Definitely sounds like TMJ

There are quite a few different ways to treat this. You’ll need to see a dentist whose specializes in the current treatment to get your jaw joint properly aligned.

I’ve been in treatment for a few years for TMJ.

Braces, Botox, muscle relaxers, accupuncture, chiropractic adjustments and PT have all been part of my treatment plan.

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I’ve been having jaw pain on my right side only when opening my mouth to yawn or take a bite of food. It doesn’t hurt to chew or anything. It hurts kinda near the back of the jaw. I had a back tooth pulled back in January but that socket has been healed for some time now. Any ideas what it could possibly be?

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Definitely the Mandible Aids.

but it's likely just nerve damage from where the toot was pulled.

I've had random intermittent sharp jaw pains ever since getting wisdom teeth pulled in college. Stress/grinding teeth night can make it worse.

I ain't no dentist but it sounds very familiar to what i've experienced on the right side for last 25 years.