Cracking and Popping jaw
Why is my jaw cracking and popping ?
My jaw for the longest time would make cracking or popping noises. Not all the time only once in a while. It never hurt so I did not give to much thought to it. However with the last few weeks it is happening more and more. It sounds as if it is coming from behind my back teeth. It still dose not really hurt or anything but once in a while it feels as if my jaw is locking. Not for long like really quick but I still can feel it. Anyone have an idea as to what it can be?
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Friday, Dec. 18th 2009 9:58 AM at 9:58 am
You may be having a TMJ issue. We have some very good blogs about TMJ that you may wish to look up and see if they will help you
Friday, Dec. 18th 2009 10:00 AM at 10:00 am
Sound like TMJ to me but have your dentist check it out for you. Here is some brief info on the signs of TMJ
A variety of symptoms may be linked to TMJ disorders. Pain, particularly in the chewing muscles and/or jaw joint, is the most common symptom. Other likely symptoms include:
* radiating pain in the face, jaw, or neck,
* jaw muscle stiffness,
* limited movement or locking of the jaw,
* painful clicking, popping or grating in the jaw joint when opening or closing the mouth,
* a change in the way the upper and lower teeth fit together.