What causes jaw displacement and sharp jaw pain?

Question

Hello doctor,

Since the last couple of days, my jaw has been displaced. There is a sharp pain in the jaw, and I cannot chew as it hurts a lot. Kindly help.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I am here to resolve your queries.

You need to visit a dentist and get an X-ray done for the wisdom tooth to know if there is a reason for this. At your age, the eruption of wisdom tooth is a common problem and can irritate the gums and jaws. Do not worry. Just visit a nearby dentist and they will solve the problem. Meanwhile, I suggest you do the following:

Rinse your mouth with salt water and turmeric twice daily.
Maintain oral hygiene properly and use mouthwash after brushing twice a day.
Avoid eating on that particular side.
Use some warm cloth to put it over the face near the ear or jaw joints.
It will help you to relax and will reduce popping.

I hope this helps.

Do get back in case of any further queries.

Thank you.