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Extreme Jaw Pain

I have extreme pain from the right side of my jaw that seems to be coming from the joint. It comes from right behind my molars. It is extremely painful to open my mouth more than an inch and to chew. I also have pain down the right side of my throat when swallowing. I still have my wisdom teeth (dentist said they would come in with no problem) This all started 3 days ago. Another thing i have noticed is it hurts less if I open my mouth while pushing it to the effected side. Could my jaw be out?
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  • Male | 24 years old
  • Complaint duration: 5 days
  • Medications: None
  • Conditions: None

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2 UpVoted this answer Sean Cotter, MD Primary Care Physician, San Francisco
Most likely you have an acute temperomandibular dysfunction, known as TMD or TMJ dysfunction or dysfunction of the jaw joints in front of the ear. You also may have an infection with a wisdom tooth. You should have an evaluation by a dentist who is very knowledgable in this ares, one listed as treating TMJ dysfunction. In the mean time, take over the counter muscle relaxant/anti-inflamatory medication, minimize use of your jaws by eating a very soft diet.
S. Kent Lauson
2 UpVoted this answer
You should see your dentist (or an oral surgeon). It could be a joint issue, an infection, or can be related to your wisdom teeth. Get an exam to get an accurate diagnosis.
1 UpVoted this answer J. Abe  Smith, DDS, MPH, FICOI Oral Medicine Specialist, San Juan
We are sorry to hear this! It could be a few things. It maybe from your wisdom teeth, your jaw joints or even some sort of infection in your ears, nose, throat or mouth. You should definitely make an appointment to see a dentist.
Hai Huang
1 UpVoted this answer J. Abe  Smith, DDS, MPH, FICOI Oral Medicine Specialist, San Juan
The pain probably comes from inflammation and/or displaced disc on the affected side. The disc is fibrous cartilage that is between the jaw joint and the socket above. The first thing to do is to stay on soft diet and take anti-inflammatory medicine like Motrin. See your dentist regarding possible therapy to decrease the pain.
Kirk K. Yen
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“Extreme pain” is something that needs to be addressed immediately. Initially it sounded as though you had TMD (temporal mandibular dysfunction) a very painful jaw joint. As you went on and mentioned that your dentist suggested that your wisdom teeth would come out “with no problem” suggests that you may have an infection (pericoronitis) around your wisdom tooth. Go see your dentist immediately. This needs to be treated with irrigation and possibly antibiotics and ultimately removed.
1 UpVoted this answer
Interesting dilemma. There can be many causes of this kind of jaw pain. Have you had any recent trauma to the area? If so, there can be inflammation there causing your symptoms. Another cause of this pain could be your erupting wisdom teeth. Having difficulty in swallowing and finding relief when pressing on the affected side indicates infection and swelling. This should be attended to promptly. I'd recommend seeing an Oral Surgeon at your earliest convenience should you think this is the cause of your pain. Another cause for your pain could be an abscessed tooth. Your general dentist would be able to determine whether this is the cause with an X-Ray and a good oral evaluation. TMJ pathology can also cause this type of pain. Do you grind your teeth? Have you had recent dental work that required keeping your mouth open for a long period of time?

Given your age and good health history, I'd tend to think the erupting wisdom teeth are the culprit of your pain. Have it evaluated by an Oral Surgeon.
Steven Klein
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Make an appointment to see your dentist. There is no possible way this can be diagnosed without an examination. Jaw pain can be a symptom of many different causes; some systemic. Good luck.
Fredric K. Weiss
If your teeth come together properly and you have no pain when they are closed, your focus should shift toward your wisdom teeth and possible infection. Normally your throat will not be hurting with TMJD. See your Dentist asap.

Best of Luck, Brian
Brian L. Kirkwood, DDS
Your age and sudden onset of symptoms point at your wisdom teeth as a culprit. Most likely they don't have a room to erupt fully and I would remove them asap while you still can open your mouth
It sounds like a muscle spasm which is a symptom of a diagnosis of TMJ or TMD. This condition may ease by itself and you can help it by taking anti-inflammatory medicines to ease the pain. use a warm soak and slowly try to stretch your mouth open a little wider..gradually for ten seconds and relax it..repeat this to help elongate the muscles and eliminate the spasm. If this is not working for you see your dentist
Eric Spieler