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Dislocation of the jaw can be treated by a primary care physician by exerting pressure in the proper manner.
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How is muscle spasm treated in a person with a dislocated jaw?
If muscle spasm prevents the jaw from moving back into alignment, a sedative is administered intravenously (IV) to relax the muscles.
How does a dislocated jaw heal?
Firstly, a doctor will have to reposition the jaw into place by using his/her thumbs. In few situations, surgery would then be proformed on the dislocated jaw and the jaw would have to be secured shut for a minimum of six weeks. In other cases surgery would not take place, although the dislocated jaw would still need to be bandaged.
What is considered a maxillofacial trauma to the jaw?
The lower jaw (mandible) may be dislocated by force.
Is it possible to fix a broken or dislocated jaw using a toilet?
No it is not
Why does your jaw crack when you chew?
It's a disease called TMJ see your orthodontist about it as it can result in a dislocated Jaw
How long does a dislocated jaw take to heal?
I bit into an apple and dislocated the left jaw. It went back into place but not pops when i eat. How long will it take to heal so i can eat normally again.
Can you dislocate your mouth?
Yes, the jaw can be dislocated, usually as a result of trauma.
Should you play sport 1 week after suffering a dislocated jaw?
yes
How can you tell if lower lip is dislocated?
You can not dislocate you lip, only a joint where one bone connects to another can be dislocated, such as shoulder, hip or lower jaw etc. then another question my lip has been dislocated but i felt a bone under my lip and it was way sticking out
Dislocated my lower jaw?
i was blowng up a small balloon and my jaw popped and i got a sharpain it felt like i could not open or close my mouth and it was crooked so i pushed it back the pain went away but now my jaw is swollen like i have an abcessed tooth and it is sore
How is a minor jaw fracture treated?
A jaw fracture may be minor enough to heal with simple limitation of movement and time.
Why does your jaw click?
You have Tmj disorder (Temporomandibular Joint) , which can be treated by a dentist.
