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Should I see a dentist for TMJ?

I always have had a TMJ issue, and it was my mother who noticed it first. But I never had it checked out. Do you think I need to see a dentist for TMJ?
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Will I experience pain after a tooth extraction?

I'm going to have a tooth extraction soon. I know I'm going to be sedated, but I'm worried about soreness or pain that I'd feel after the sedation wears off. Will I experience...
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Pain 5 days after tooth extraction?

I had my wisdom tooth extracted 5 days ago and I still have pain. Should I still be experiencing pain 5 days after it?
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What are the symptoms of an infection after tooth extraction?

I'm 35 years old, and I had a tooth extraction over a week ago. I don't think it's healing properly, especially since the area feels pretty tender. There's also some pain still....
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Is there any way to make the pain caused by TMJ go away?

I have TMJ and lately it has been causing me a lot of pain. Is there any way, other than surgery, that can help make the pain from TMJ go away?
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How do I know if my wisdom teeth need to be taken out?

I'm 22 years old, and my wisdom teeth are in the process of coming in. It's a little painful, but I know this is just from them coming in, and not from any issues they're causing....
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Which are the best dental implants?

I heard that there are different types of dental implants you can. Which are the best dental implants?
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Is it possible to lose feeling in face after extraction?

My wisdom teeth are pretty far in my gums and jaw bone. I was told there could be a nerve damage because my nerves are very close to the roots. Is this a normal warning for patients?...
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Do I need to go back to dentist after wisdom tooth removal?

I'm 23 years old and I just had my wisdom teeth removed. I'm recovering at home and took the day off from work to recover tomorrow (I had 3 removed). Do I need to go back to...
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Can wisdom teeth extractions cause changes to my face?

I think I'm going to need all of my wisdom teeth removed, but I found a few articles that said that these extractions can cause my face to change. Is this true?
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Can I drink water after wisdom teeth removal?

I'm 32, and I need to have my wisdom teeth removed next week and it's going to be all 4 of them. Can I drink water after wisdom tooth removal?
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How do I know if I need a wisdom tooth extraction?

I'm 24, and my gums and teeth have been causing me a lot of pain, probably my wisdom teeth. How would I know if I need a wisdom tooth extraction?
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What causes sporadic jaw pain?

I'm 30, and I noticed that my jaw has been hurting me almost every day. I usually take OTC pain relievers to manage the pain. What could be causing it?
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Can TMJ make chewing difficult?

I think I have TMJ. I'm having issues chewing, and what I mean is, I can chew but I have to do so slowly. Is this TMJ? Can it make chewing difficult?
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How long does oral surgery take for wisdom teeth?

I need to have my wisdom teeth extraction surgery next week, and I'm trying to plan out my day because my mom is picking me up. How long does oral surgery take for wisdom teeth?...
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When can I eat normally after tooth extraction?

I have to get one of my upper teeth extracted at the end of this week. I just want to know when can I eat normally after the tooth extraction?
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Why does my jaw pop when I chew food?

I'm 20, and I have noticed that when I am chewing food, my jaw makes a popping sound. What can be the cause? Should I see a doctor?
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How is a jaw disorder diagnosed?

I think there's something wrong with my jaw. I keep needing to crack it because of the discomfort it causes. At first I thought it was a habit, but I'm starting to think that...
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Can I drive after having a wisdom tooth pulled?

I'm going to have my second wisdom tooth pulled, and I'm aware that anesthesia is going to be used. Can I drive after having a wisdom tooth pulled?
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Can I have surgery to fix TMJ?

I am 31 years old, and have a TMJ problem. Can I have surgery to fix TMJ? Is it effective?
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