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Hello Dr. I have this problem whenever I, open my mouth,could hear the breaking of jaw bone near the ear lobe and cause mild pain. What do you suggest?
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There could be various reasons for this. The breaking or" clicking" sound is related to the jaw joint called tmj. It happens as a result of trauma or more commonly bruxism among many other causes, kindly visit the nearest dentist to get a physical examination done.
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Clicking sound of joint is common. Dont open to much. We will advice occlusal splint and muscle relaxants and jaw exercises.
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