I just got hit really hard in the chin, directed straight up. I have a mild headache in the front top of my head. I've had concussions before so I have a good idea of what to watch for, but is it even something to worry about with this kind of injury? And...what to do about the teeth?
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posted by the young rope-rider
on Feb 9, 2013 -
9 answers
10 days after a particularly potent dose of MDMA, I'm experiencing jaw popping and soreness. Can I do something to make this go away or have I caused permanent damage?
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 23, 2012 -
19 answers
I had a flu/cold a week or so ago and now my TMJ is killing me. Could they be related?
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posted by empath
on Jan 10, 2012 -
9 answers
I had a wisdom tooth extracted. Ten days later I still can't open my mouth more than an inch or two without experiencing pain. Is there anything I can do?
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posted by Memo
on Oct 29, 2011 -
16 answers
My odd, chronic jaw & ear symptoms are growing ever more uncomfortable and crazy-making. The specialists I've seen are stumped. I'm hoping the AskMe-verse might have heard of this, or can offer some suggestions, advice, or support.
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posted by granted
on Sep 27, 2011 -
20 answers
Help! It stings in my salivary gland area when I chew. Have you dealt with this in the past and if so what should I know?
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posted by hegemone
on Apr 5, 2011 -
14 answers
Should I up my SSRI dose or try a different brand?
I've been taking Fluoxetine 20mg for about sixteen months for my anxiety. It's helped a lot in terms of curbing panic attacks and making me less moody, short-tempered and irritable – a huge plus when you're living with someone. My OCD is also much better than pre-Fluox. CBT has also gone a long way in helping me manage the anxiety.
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posted by New England Cultist
on Jul 6, 2010 -
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YANMD or dentist: Sometimes my jaw sort of gets stuck closed. I know how to sort of manipulate it to get it open, so it doesn't seem like a big deal, and there's no pain at all. Do I need to see my doctor or dentist?
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posted by insectosaurus
on May 3, 2010 -
11 answers
How do I change sleeping behaviors that seem to be causing TMJ? What kinds of treatment are effective?
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 26, 2010 -
8 answers
Can you recommend a good Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon/specialist in the greater NYC area? This is for jaw discomfort and a really screwed up bite.
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posted by KHinds10
on Nov 17, 2009 -
5 answers
In two weeks, I'll get both my jaws broken by my oral surgeon. Because of this, I might end up spending a full month on a liquid diet. Can you help me find some tasty alternatives to milkshakes?
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posted by flibbertigibbet
on Sep 27, 2008 -
45 answers
Help "a meat-atarian" nourish herself post-jaw surgery. She needs ideas or recipes for pureed-consistency foods "that aren't gross". (Her words in quotation marks - she's very picky about food.)
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posted by jb
on Aug 24, 2008 -
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I have pretty severe TMJ for my age (early 20s) that has been getting worse. My dentist seems competent (I think), but also kind of . . . kooky. Could other AskMefites, especially TMJ sufferers, weigh in on him and his methods?
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posted by schroedinger
on Aug 5, 2007 -
16 answers
My boyfriend's mother has suffered from a variety of chronic pain issues for roughly 15 years and is in the process of trying to find a facility that is best suited to her needs.
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posted by bilabial
on Feb 12, 2007 -
6 answers
There's something wrong with my jaw: whenever I move it to the left or clench my teeth, I feel something bone-like moving in my ear.
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posted by archagon
on Jan 12, 2007 -
18 answers
I've been having incredibly unpleasant jaw pain for the past week. What can I do to make it stop?
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posted by defreckled
on Oct 25, 2006 -
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InTheMeantimeFilter: I've got a formerly filled, chipped tooth with exposed dentin that doesn't hurt .. yet. What can I do in the meantime before the dentist visit?
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posted by vanoakenfold
on May 28, 2006 -
11 answers
For years, I've had mild soreness at various places on the right side of my body: jaw, shoulder, hand, hip, knee, and foot. Meanwhile, the left side of my body feels perfect.
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posted by eighth_excerpt
on Feb 26, 2006 -
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Anybody ever have this happen: Every once in a while (but more often lately) when I'm eating, my jaw will "crack"right near my right ear and then hurts like a mother*@!$&. What causes this? I've never had my wisdom teeth removed...I'm wondering if that's related or not.....anyone?
posted by stevyb
on May 13, 2005 -
17 answers
How long does it take for your teeth to fuse to the jaw and maxilla after having braces? I had braces some five years ago and wore a retainer. I sort of lapsed and have also recently restarted and was wondering what to expect. [mi]
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posted by Napierzaza
on Jan 17, 2005 -
9 answers
The
TMD thread, below, made me wonder about my odd condition, which sounds a little like TMD, but not quite. I get a pain in my jaw-hinge sometimes after drinking alcohol. Sometimes I get it, sometimes I don't. Once I start to notice it, I know I have to stop drinking right away. If I have another few sips, it will become EXCRUCIATING. Anyone know what this is or how best to deal with it?
posted by grumblebee
on Mar 11, 2004 -
12 answers
