I have noticed that for some time while eating, my jaw shoots terribly on the right side, as if it was moving. It also shoots when the jaw is extended forward. When I yawn, I feel a bit of pain on the right side of my cheek, against my ear, and it feels like something is blocking (this only applies to the right side). What could it be?

This could be a problem with the temporomandibular joint. I advise you to consult a physiotherapist dealing with diseases within the temporomandibular joint.

Remember that our expert's answer is informative and will not replace a visit to the doctor.

Agnieszka Sicińska

dentist, medical director of EURODENTAL Dental Center

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