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What Causes Tightness On The Right Side Of The Face?

My daughter has jaw popping, facial tightness on right side of face/jaw. It s not painful. Causes her to have trouble eating as she has trouble opening/closing mouth. Took her to dentist and was told to take ibu and not sleep on that side of face, etc. Could this be Bells Palsy?
Mon, 2 Jul 2018
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There seems to be a problem in temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ). This issue can be discussed with the dentist. If that is ruled out, it could be dystonia affecting jaw muscles. This can be treated in consultation with a neurologist.
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What Causes Tightness On The Right Side Of The Face?

There seems to be a problem in temporo-mandibular joint (TMJ). This issue can be discussed with the dentist. If that is ruled out, it could be dystonia affecting jaw muscles. This can be treated in consultation with a neurologist.