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Medical Conditions - Jaw Movements

Jaw movement is of six types that are opening, closing, right and left jaw translation protrusion, and retrusion. All these jaw movements help in chewing, swallowing, cutting, grinding food, and speech. During jaw movements, only the lower jaw(mandible) moves, and the upper jaw (maxilla)stays stable.

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Can having only lower six teeth affect jaw movements?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed your attachment (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

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What could be done to stop the jaw from protruding?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have seen the lateral profile of your face (attachments removed to protect patient identity), and I can understand your concern.

Does damage in the mandible require medications, or it heals on its own?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The uncontrolled jaw movements are because her oral motor coordination is affected a lot.

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